1969 Bristol 411 vs. 1968 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1969 Bristol 411 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Bristol 411 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. (150 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 411 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. 1969 Bristol 411 has automatic transmission and 1968 Toyota 2000GT has manual transmission. 1968 Toyota 2000GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Bristol 411 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 411 | 1968 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 411 | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |
