1969 Bristol 411 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 268 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 411 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Bristol 411 (576 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 411 | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Bristol | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 411 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
