1972 Bristol 411 vs. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 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. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1972 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1972 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 738 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Bristol 411. (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Shelby GT 500 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
