1969 Bristol 411 vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 37 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 74 more horse power than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. (261 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 411 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 411 | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 411 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 87 L |
