1972 Bristol 411 vs. 2000 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2000 Buick LaCrosse 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, 1972 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Buick LaCrosse. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 156 kg more than 2000 Buick LaCrosse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick LaCrosse. (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 2000 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | 411 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3100 mm |
