1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1969 Ford 17
To start off, 1972 Bristol 411 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford 17 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 1969 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1969 Ford 17. 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 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford 17. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1969 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | 17 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| 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 | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
