1969 Bristol 411 vs. 1996 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1996 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1969 Bristol 411 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 410 kg more than 1969 Bristol 411.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Bristol 411. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. 1969 Bristol 411 has automatic transmission and 1996 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1996 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Bristol | Land Rover |
Model | 411 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6286 cc | 3944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |