1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante 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 50 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. (238 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Bristol | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 411 | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
