1969 Bristol 410 vs. 1992 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1992 Westfield ZEI is newer by 23 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, 1992 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1969 Bristol 410. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1969 Bristol 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 410 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1992 Westfield ZEI.
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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Westfield ZEI. (293 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Westfield ZEI. 1969 Bristol 410 has automatic transmission and 1992 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1992 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Bristol 410 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 410 | 1992 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Bristol | Westfield |
| Model | 410 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2340 mm |
