1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1957 Saab 93
To start off, 1970 Bristol 411 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Saab 93 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1957 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1957 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 923 kg more than 1957 Saab 93. 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 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1957 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Bristol | Saab |
| Model | 411 | 93 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2480 mm |
