1975 Bristol 411 vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 33 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 128 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 122 kg more than 1975 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Milan. (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercury |
| Model | 411 | Milan |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
