1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar 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 120 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 366 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar. 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 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercury |
| Model | 411 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
