1975 Bristol 411 vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea 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, 1975 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2004 Seat Altea. 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 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Bristol | Seat |
| Model | 411 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| 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 | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2580 mm |
