1969 Bristol 411 vs. 2004 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 35 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 60 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 335 kg more than 1969 Bristol 411.
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) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (387 Nm). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 411 | 2004 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | 411 | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 83 L |
