1969 Bristol 410 vs. 1969 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, both 1969 Bristol 410 and 1969 Pontiac Firebird were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac Firebird (320 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1969 Bristol 410. (215 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1969 Bristol 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 60 kg more than 1969 Bristol 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 410 | 1969 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Bristol | Pontiac |
| Model | 410 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 320 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |
