1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1989 Holden Camira
To start off, 1989 Holden Camira is newer by 19 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 174 more horse power than 1989 Holden Camira. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1989 Holden Camira. 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 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1989 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Bristol | Holden |
| Model | 411 | Camira |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2580 mm |
