1975 Bristol 411 vs. 1996 Lada Niva
To start off, 1996 Lada Niva is newer by 21 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 209 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1996 Lada Niva. 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 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 1996 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Bristol | Lada |
| Model | 411 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2210 mm |
