1972 Bristol 411 vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1972 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1972 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | 411 | F430 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
