1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1970 Toyota Century
To start off, 1972 Bristol 411 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Century 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 161 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1970 Toyota Century. 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 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1970 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 411 | Century |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2870 mm |
