1975 Bristol 411 vs. 1992 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 17 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 1992 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1992 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 1032 kg more than 1992 Donkervoort S8. 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 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 1992 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Bristol | Donkervoort |
| Model | 411 | S8 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1993 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 | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1110 mm |
