1972 Bristol 411 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 174 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 411 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2800 mm |
