1969 Bristol 411 vs. 1996 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 27 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, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1969 Bristol 411. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1969 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 411 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera.
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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. 1969 Bristol 411 has automatic transmission and 1996 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1996 De Tomaso Pantera 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 | 1996 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Bristol | De Tomaso |
Model | 411 | Pantera |
Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6286 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |