1972 Bristol 411 vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1972 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1972 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 223 kg more than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Panoz Esperante. (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Bristol | Panoz |
| Model | 411 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
