1969 Bristol 410 vs. 1999 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 30 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1969 Bristol 410. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1969 Bristol 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 410 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. 1969 Bristol 410 has automatic transmission and 1999 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1999 De Tomaso Guara 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 | 1999 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Bristol | De Tomaso |
| Model | 410 | Guara |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |
