1969 Bristol 411 vs. 2004 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2004 Maserati Spyder 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 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1969 Bristol 411. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1969 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 50 kg more than 1969 Bristol 411. 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, 1969 Bristol 411 (576 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Maserati Spyder. (447 Nm). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 411 | 2004 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Bristol | Maserati |
| Model | 411 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 4254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 87 L |
