1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1976 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1976 Maserati Bora is newer by 4 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, 1976 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1972 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1976 Maserati Bora.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Maserati Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1976 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Bristol | Maserati |
| Model | 411 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
