1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1993 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1993 Ferrari 456 is newer by 21 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, 1993 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1972 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1972 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1993 Ferrari 456.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ferrari 456. (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ferrari 456.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1993 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | 411 | 456 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
