1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1970 Holden Torana
To start off, both 1970 Bristol 411 and 1970 Holden Torana were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 130 more horse power than 1970 Holden Torana. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 684 kg more than 1970 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Torana. (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Bristol 411 | 1970 Holden Torana | |
Make | Bristol | Holden |
Model | 411 | Torana |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6277 cc | 3034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |