1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 42 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 106 more horse power than 2012 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 38 kg more than 1970 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Bristol | GMC |
| Model | 411 | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2858 mm |
