1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1995 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1995 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 23 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 6 more horse power than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1995 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Bristol | De Tomaso |
| Model | 411 | Guara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |
