1969 Bristol 411 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 162 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (173 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 514 kg more than 1969 Bristol 411.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 411 | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Bristol | Volkswagen |
| Model | 411 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 100 L |
