1969 Bristol 411 vs. 2008 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer 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 125 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 397 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 411 | 2008 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 85 L |
