1969 Bristol 410 vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 32 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1969 Bristol 410. (215 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1969 Bristol 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 410 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy 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) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm). This means 1969 Bristol 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 410 | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Bristol | Subaru |
| Model | 410 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 64 L |
