1975 Bristol 411 vs. 2004 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 29 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, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 (322 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 578 kg more than 2004 Morgan Aero 8.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Morgan Aero 8. (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Morgan Aero 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 2004 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Bristol | Morgan |
| Model | 411 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |
