1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 1972 Bristol 411 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 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 88 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1972 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Oldsmobile 98.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | |
| Make | Bristol | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 411 | 98 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1728 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3210 mm |
