1972 Bristol 411 vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 40 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 108 more horse power than 2012 Buick Verano. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Verano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 213 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano. 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 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | 411 | Verano |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2685 mm |
