1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1964 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1972 Bristol 411 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Taunus 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 235 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1964 Ford Taunus. 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 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1964 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |
