1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1954 DKW Coupe
To start off, 1972 Bristol 411 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 831 kg more than 1954 DKW Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1954 DKW Coupe | |
| Make | Bristol | DKW |
| Model | 411 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2340 mm |
