1975 Bristol 411 vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 25 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 160 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 462 kg more than 2000 Ford Contour. 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 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 2000 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Contour |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
