1969 Bristol 411 vs. 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 26 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 246 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 35 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. 1969 Bristol 411 has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace has manual transmission. 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 | 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 411 | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1960 mm |
