1975 Bristol 411 vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1982 Opel Corsa is newer by 7 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 218 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa. 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 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | 411 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2350 mm |
