1972 Bristol 411 vs. 2008 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 36 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 139 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 490 kg more than 1972 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 2008 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 411 | HHR |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |
