1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1972 Bristol 411 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen 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 201 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 846 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. 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 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Bristol | TVR |
| Model | 411 | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2290 mm |
