1975 Bristol 411 vs. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille
To start off, 1975 Bristol 411 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet DeVille would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. (495 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 411 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2900 mm |
