1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 165 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Bristol | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 411 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2910 mm |
