1975 Bristol 411 vs. 2009 Ford Edge
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 34 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 23 more horse power than 2009 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Edge. (340 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 2009 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Edge |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
