1975 Bristol 411 vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 25 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1975 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 594 kg more than 1975 Bristol 411. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Bristol | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 411 | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3070 mm |
