1969 Bristol 411 vs. 1994 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 25 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 177 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 411 weights approximately 267 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Camaro. 1969 Bristol 411 has automatic transmission and 1994 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1994 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 1994 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 411 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 3391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |
