1969 Bristol 410 vs. 1991 Lexus LS
To start off, 1991 Lexus LS is newer by 22 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 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bristol 410 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1969 Bristol 410. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1969 Bristol 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lexus LS weights approximately 215 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Bristol 410 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lexus LS. (351 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Bristol 410 | 1991 Lexus LS | |
Make | Bristol | Lexus |
Model | 410 | LS |
Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2820 mm |