1969 Bristol 411 vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 41 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 85 more horse power than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 411 weights approximately 487 kg more than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 411 | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 411 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 83 L |
