1972 Bristol 411 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 35 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 221 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. 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 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (160 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Bristol | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 411 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
