1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1975 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Bristol 411 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 180 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. 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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Bristol | Pontiac |
| Model | 411 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |
