1975 Bristol 411 vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 22 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 37 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 10 kg more than 1975 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Bristol | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 411 | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |
