1975 Bristol 411 vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1998 Renault Safrane is newer by 23 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 175 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (113 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Renault Safrane. 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Safrane. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | 411 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2770 mm |
