1972 Bristol 411 vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 30 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, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1972 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Bristol 411. (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | 411 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |
