1972 Bristol 411 vs. 2001 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2001 Panoz Esperante 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, 2001 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1972 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2001 Panoz Esperante.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Panoz Esperante. (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 2001 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Bristol | Panoz |
| Model | 411 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
