1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1977 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1977 Plymouth Volare is newer by 5 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 188 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1977 Plymouth Volare. 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 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1977 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Bristol | Plymouth |
| Model | 411 | Volare |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2870 mm |
