1972 Bristol 411 vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster 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 43 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (245 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (273 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | 411 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2420 mm |
