1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1993 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1993 Ford Fairlane 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, 1972 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1993 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1993 Ford Fairlane. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Fairlane. (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1993 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2930 mm |
