1969 Bristol 411 vs. 2008 Ford E-150
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 39 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 110 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 411 weights approximately 603 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150. 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Bristol 411 | 2008 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | 411 | E-150 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6286 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 6030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 132 L |