1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1972 Bristol 411
To start off, 1972 Bristol 411 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1959 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 55 | 1972 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Austin | Bristol |
| Model | A 55 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2910 mm |
