1972 Bristol 411 vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1972 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 865 kg more than 1972 Bristol 411. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sequoia. (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 411 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3099 mm |
