1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1972 Bristol 411 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Olympia 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 229 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1967 Opel Olympia. 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 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | 411 | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2420 mm |
