1979 Bristol 412 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1979 Bristol 412 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Bristol 412 (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bristol 412 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bristol 412 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Bristol | Wartburg |
Model | 412 | 311 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2460 mm |