1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 16 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 187 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra. 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 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | 411 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2740 mm |
