1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 1972 Bristol 411 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Saab 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Saab 95 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 250 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (38 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 822 kg more than 1959 Saab 95. 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 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (84 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Bristol | Saab |
| Model | 411 | 95 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2480 mm |
