1969 Bristol 411 vs. 2004 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2004 Ferrari Maranello 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, 2004 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1969 Bristol 411. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1969 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 411 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Ferrari Maranello.
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, 2004 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Bristol 411. (576 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Bristol 411. 1969 Bristol 411 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 2004 Ferrari Maranello 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 | 2004 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | 411 | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 508 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 105 L |
