1975 Bristol 411 vs. 1998 Xedos 6
To start off, 1998 Xedos 6 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 182 more horse power than 1998 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1998 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1998 Xedos 6. 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 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 1998 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Bristol | Xedos |
| Model | 411 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |
