1975 Bristol 411 vs. 1989 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 14 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 198 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. 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 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 1989 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Bristol | Daihatsu |
| Model | 411 | Applause |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2480 mm |
