1975 Bristol 411 vs. 1974 Porsche 914
To start off, 1975 Bristol 411 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1974 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 1974 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | 411 | 914 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2460 mm |
