1972 Bristol 411 vs. 2001 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2001 Ford Falcon is newer by 29 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 68 more horse power than 2001 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2001 Ford Falcon. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 2001 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2800 mm |
