1975 Bristol 411 vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte 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 132 more horse power than 2009 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 482 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte. 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 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Bristol | Kia |
| Model | 411 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2649 mm |
