1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1976 Rover 2000
To start off, 1976 Rover 2000 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, 1972 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1976 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1976 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 378 kg more than 1976 Rover 2000. 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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Rover 2000. (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1976 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Bristol | Rover |
| Model | 411 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |
