1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1968 Holden Brougham
To start off, 1970 Bristol 411 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Brougham 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 106 more horse power than 1968 Holden Brougham. (182 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Brougham.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Brougham. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Brougham.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1968 Holden Brougham | |
| Make | Bristol | Holden |
| Model | 411 | Brougham |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
