1969 Bristol 411 vs. 1989 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 20 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 97 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (238 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 411 | 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 411 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |
