1969 Bristol 411 vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 30 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 217 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 210 kg more than 1969 Bristol 411.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 411 | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Bristol | SsangYong |
| Model | 411 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 73 L |
