1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 19 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 125 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Bristol | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 411 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |
