1969 Bristol 411 vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Bristol 411 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 435 kg more than 1969 Bristol 411.
Because 1969 Bristol 411 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 411. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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 411 (576 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 411 | 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Bristol | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 411 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 91 L |
