1969 Bristol 411 vs. 2003 Buick Blackhawk
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 34 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 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Bristol 411 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 411 weights approximately 47 kg more than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Bristol 411. (576 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 411 | 2003 Buick Blackhawk | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | 411 | Blackhawk |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 7458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 692 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3280 mm |
