1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1981 Skoda L 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 244 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1981 Skoda L. 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 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Bristol | Skoda |
| Model | 411 | L |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
