1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1992 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1992 De Tomaso Pantera.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1992 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Bristol | De Tomaso |
| Model | 411 | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2520 mm |
