1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1989 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 17 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 198 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 902 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. 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 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1989 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Bristol | Daihatsu |
| Model | 411 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 808 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2350 mm |
