1975 Bristol 411 vs. 1976 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1976 Holden Belmont is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Bristol 411 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 172 more horse power than 1976 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1976 Holden Belmont. 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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 1976 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Bristol | Holden |
| Model | 411 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
