1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1999 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 1999 Saab 05-Sep 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 140 more horse power than 1999 Saab 05-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1999 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Saab 05-Sep. 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 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saab 05-Sep. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1999 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Bristol | Saab |
| Model | 411 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
