1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 29 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 84 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1999 Holden Berlina. 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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Bristol | Holden |
| Model | 411 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2800 mm |
