1975 Bristol 411 vs. 1987 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1987 Ford Meteor is newer by 12 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 217 more horse power than 1987 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 1987 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
