1969 Bristol 411 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado 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 148 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 411 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. 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, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado, 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 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 411 | 1995 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Bristol | Volkswagen |
| Model | 411 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 40 L |
