1969 Bristol 411 vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 40 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 83 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (247 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 411 | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Bristol | Subaru |
| Model | 411 | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 3630 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |
