1972 Bristol 411 vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 148 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. 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 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (212 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Bristol | Hyundai |
| Model | 411 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
