1969 Bristol 411 vs. 1976 Bristol 603
To start off, 1976 Bristol 603 is newer by 7 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 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 190 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 603. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 105 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 603. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 411 | 1976 Bristol 603 | |
| Make | Bristol | Bristol |
| Model | 411 | 603 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 81 L |
