1972 Bristol 411 vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 38 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 28 more horse power than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 431 kg more than 1972 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Bristol | Saab |
| Model | 411 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
