1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1996 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1996 Ford Mondeo is newer by 24 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 175 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 388 kg more than 1996 Ford Mondeo. 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 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1996 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1322 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
