1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1956 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1972 Bristol 411 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Peugeot 203 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 244 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 588 kg more than 1956 Peugeot 203. 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 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1956 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Bristol | Peugeot |
| Model | 411 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2790 mm |
