1975 Bristol 411 vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1976 Lancia Beta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Bristol 411 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 173 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta. 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 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (177 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Bristol | Lancia |
| Model | 411 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2480 mm |
