1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1975 Bristol 411
To start off, 1988 Bitter Type III is newer by 13 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 77 more horse power than 1988 Bitter Type III. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1988 Bitter Type III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III. 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Bitter Type III.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Bitter Type III | 1975 Bristol 411 | |
Make | Bitter | Bristol |
Model | Type III | 411 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 6277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2910 mm |