1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1972 Bristol 411 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 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 183 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6. 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 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Bristol | Triumph |
| Model | 411 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2110 mm |
