1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 6 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 164 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Bristol | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 411 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2910 mm |
