1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1985 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 13 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 161 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. (127 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. 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 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1985 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Bristol | Volkswagen |
| Model | 411 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2480 mm |
