1969 Bristol 410 vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 1972 Ford Torino is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bristol 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bristol 410 would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Bristol 410 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 410 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 392 kg more than 1969 Bristol 410.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Bristol 410 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 410 | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 410 | Torino |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 76 L |
