1972 Bristol 411 vs. 2007 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2007 Pagani Zonda 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1972 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1972 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2007 Pagani Zonda.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Bristol 411. (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 2007 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Bristol | Pagani |
| Model | 411 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
