1969 Bristol 411 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper 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 217 more horse power than 2010 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 411 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Bristol 411 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Bristol 411. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 422 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper. 1969 Bristol 411 has automatic transmission and 2010 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2010 Mini Cooper 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 | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Bristol | Mini |
| Model | 411 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
