1972 Bristol 411 vs. 2005 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2005 Mercury Marauder 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, 2005 Mercury Marauder (303 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1972 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 175 kg more than 1972 Bristol 411. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Marauder. (420 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 2005 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercury |
| Model | 411 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2900 mm |
