1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1981 Saab 900
To start off, 1981 Saab 900 is newer by 9 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 1981 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1981 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1981 Saab 900. 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 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1981 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Bristol | Saab |
| Model | 411 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |
