1972 Bristol 411 vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 37 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. In terms of performance, 1972 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 738 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. 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 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
