1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1970 Bristol 411
To start off, 1972 Austin 2200 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 178 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 529 kg more than 1972 Austin 2200. 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 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1970 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Austin | Bristol |
| Model | 2200 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2910 mm |
