1975 Bristol 411 vs. 1994 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 205 is newer by 19 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 186 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 205. 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 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 1994 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Bristol | Peugeot |
| Model | 411 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2430 mm |
