1972 Bristol 411 vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 33 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 117 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (171 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. 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 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |
