1969 Bristol 411 vs. 1992 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 23 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 284 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 411 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Daihatsu Charade, 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 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 411 | 1992 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Bristol | Daihatsu |
| Model | 411 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 40 L |
