1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 14 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 1986 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
