1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1966 Morris Minor
To start off, 1972 Bristol 411 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Minor 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 241 more horse power than 1966 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1966 Morris Minor. 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 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1966 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Bristol | Morris |
| Model | 411 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2190 mm |
