1969 Bristol 410 vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Dion is newer by 33 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 82 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 410 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 410 weights approximately 214 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Bristol 410 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Bristol 410. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Dion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 410 | 2002 Mitsubishi Dion | |
| Make | Bristol | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 410 | Dion |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
