1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 1977 Opel Monza 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 173 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1977 Opel Monza. 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 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | 411 | Monza |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |
