1969 Bristol 410 vs. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 31 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, 1969 Bristol 410 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 410 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1969 Bristol 410.
Because 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 410 | 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 410 | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 108 L |
