1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1992 Toyota Century
To start off, 1992 Toyota Century 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 135 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Century weights approximately 90 kg more than 1972 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1992 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 411 | Century |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2870 mm |
