1969 Bristol 410 vs. 1999 Porsche 996
To start off, 1999 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1969 Bristol 410. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1969 Bristol 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 410 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1999 Porsche 996.
Because 1999 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Bristol 410. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche 996. (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche 996. 1969 Bristol 410 has automatic transmission and 1999 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 1999 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | 410 | 996 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2360 mm |
