1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1972 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1972 Peugeot 504 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bristol 411 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 197 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1972 Peugeot 504. 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 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1972 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Bristol | Peugeot |
| Model | 411 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2910 mm |
