1972 Bristol 411 vs. 2006 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 34 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 87 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 6 kg more than 1972 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 2006 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Freestar |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3070 mm |
