2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1974 Bristol 411
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Fighter (660 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1974 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1974 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Bristol Fighter.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Bristol Fighter (787 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Bristol 411. (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 1974 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Bristol | Bristol |
| Model | Fighter | 411 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 660 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 787 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
