1972 Bristol 411 vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna 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 180 more horse power than 2008 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 249 kg more than 2008 Renault Laguna. 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 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Laguna. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | 411 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |
