1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1987 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1987 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 15 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) has 218 more horse power than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. 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 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1987 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Bristol | Volkswagen |
| Model | 411 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2560 mm |
