1969 Bristol 411 vs. 1968 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1969 Bristol 411 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Bristol 411 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Chrysler Newport. (305 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 285 kg more than 1969 Bristol 411.
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 411 (576 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chrysler Newport. (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 411 | 1968 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
| Model | 411 | Newport |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
