1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, 1972 Bristol 411 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | 411 | 365 GT |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2650 mm |
