1969 Bristol 411 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1969 Bristol 411. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 411 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Bristol 411. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche 911. 1969 Bristol 411 has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | 411 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 67 L |
