1969 Bristol 410 vs. 2003 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2003 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 34 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, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1969 Bristol 410. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1969 Bristol 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 570 kg more than 1969 Bristol 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Isuzu Ascender 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, 2003 Isuzu Ascender 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 410 | 2003 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Bristol | Isuzu |
| Model | 410 | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3280 mm |
