1972 Bristol 411 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1972 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | 411 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 3823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2360 mm |
