1972 Bristol 411 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 31 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 157 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 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 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 411 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
