1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II vs. 1972 Bristol 411
To start off, 1972 Bristol 411 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II 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 159 more horse power than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 552 kg more than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II | 1972 Bristol 411 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Bristol |
Model | 3000 Mk II | 411 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 6276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2910 mm |