2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1972 Bristol 411
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 29 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, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 312 more horse power than 1972 Bristol 411. (288 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 740 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, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (651 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Bristol 411. (588 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1972 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Bentley | Bristol |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 288 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
