1969 Bristol 410 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 44 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, 2013 Infiniti M (298 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1969 Bristol 410. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1969 Bristol 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 215 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 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Bristol 410. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti M. (350 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 410 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Bristol | Infiniti |
| Model | 410 | M |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2900 mm |
