1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 1972 Bristol 411
To start off, 1997 Bentley Turbo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Turbo (396 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1972 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1972 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 685 kg more than 1972 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, 1997 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Bristol 411. (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Turbo | 1972 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Bentley | Bristol |
| Model | Turbo | 411 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2910 mm |
