1969 Bristol 411 vs. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT 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 35 more horse power than 2008 Lincoln Mark LT. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lincoln Mark LT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 678 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lincoln Mark LT. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lincoln Mark LT.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Bristol 411 | 2008 Lincoln Mark LT | |
Make | Bristol | Lincoln |
Model | 411 | Mark LT |
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 | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 114 L |