1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1972 Bristol 411 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro 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 106 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Bristol | Holden |
| Model | 411 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
