1969 Bristol 411 vs. 2008 Ford GT
To start off, 2008 Ford GT 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, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1969 Bristol 411. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1969 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 411 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 Ford GT.
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, 2008 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Bristol 411. (576 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Bristol 411. 1969 Bristol 411 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2008 Ford GT 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 | 2008 Ford GT | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 411 | GT |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| 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 | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 66 L |
