1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is newer by 19 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 111 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 305 kg more than 1974 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | Bristol | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 411 | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2950 mm |
