1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1994 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1994 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 22 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 158 more horse power than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1994 Toyota RAV4. 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 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1994 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 411 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| 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 | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2210 mm |
