1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1992 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1992 Holden Commodore is newer by 18 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 117 more horse power than 1992 Holden Commodore. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1992 Holden Commodore. 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Commodore. (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1992 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Bristol | Holden |
| Model | 411 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2740 mm |
