1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1983 Ford Granada
To start off, 1983 Ford Granada is newer by 11 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 214 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1983 Ford Granada. 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 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1983 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2780 mm |
