1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
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 Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro 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 73 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (215 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (443 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Bristol | Holden |
| Model | 411 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
