1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1999 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 27 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 101 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1999 Ford Mustang. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1999 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2580 mm |
