1975 Bristol 411 vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 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 262 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. 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 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Bristol | Suzuki |
| Model | 411 | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 1940 mm |
