1969 Bristol 410 vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 43 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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1969 Bristol 410. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1969 Bristol 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 410 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Bristol 410 | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Bristol | Suzuki |
Model | 410 | Equator |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |