1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 406 is newer by 25 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 97 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 406. 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 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Bristol | Peugeot |
| Model | 411 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
