2005 Avanti Studebaker vs. 1970 Bristol 411
To start off, 2005 Avanti Studebaker is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Avanti Studebaker (307 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 1970 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1970 Bristol 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Avanti Studebaker. (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Avanti Studebaker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Avanti Studebaker | 1970 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Avanti | Bristol |
| Model | Studebaker | 411 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6751 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2910 mm |
