2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1974 Bristol 411
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (523 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1974 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1974 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (774 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Bristol 411. (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Brooklands | 1974 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Bentley | Bristol |
| Model | Brooklands | 411 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 774 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2910 mm |
