1972 Bristol 411 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 150 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 412 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Bristol | Volkswagen |
| Model | 411 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1404 mm |
