1969 Bristol 410 vs. 2006 Rover 25
To start off, 2006 Rover 25 is newer by 37 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 115 more horse power than 2006 Rover 25. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 410 should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 410 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2006 Rover 25. 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, 2006 Rover 25, 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 25. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 25. 1969 Bristol 410 has automatic transmission and 2006 Rover 25 has manual transmission. 2006 Rover 25 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 | 2006 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Bristol | Rover |
| Model | 410 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 50 L |
