1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 26 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 105 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 40 kg more than 1972 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 411 | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 3348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3050 mm |
