1969 Bristol 411 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 42 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 111 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 411 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Bristol 411 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Bristol | Subaru |
Model | 411 | Forester |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |