1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1992 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1992 Ford Sierra is newer by 20 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 1992 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1992 Ford Sierra. 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 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1992 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |
