1975 Bristol 411 vs. 2012 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA is newer by 37 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, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1975 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 1975 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2012 Lexus LFA.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus LFA. (479 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus LFA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 2012 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Bristol | Lexus |
| Model | 411 | LFA |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1219 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2606 mm |
