1995 Bentley Continental vs. 1973 Bristol 411
To start off, 1995 Bentley Continental is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Continental (381 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (289 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Continental weights approximately 710 kg more than 1973 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, 1995 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bristol 411. (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bentley Continental | 1973 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Bentley | Bristol |
| Model | Continental | 411 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 289 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2910 mm |
