2000 AC Cobra vs. 1972 Bristol 411
To start off, 2000 AC Cobra is newer by 28 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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1972 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1972 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2000 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Cobra | 1972 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | AC | Bristol |
| Model | Cobra | 411 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2910 mm |
