1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1977 Holden Kingswood is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Bristol | Holden |
| Model | 411 | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
