1969 Bristol 411 vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 43 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1969 Bristol 411. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1969 Bristol 411.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Bristol 411. (576 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Bristol 411 | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | 411 | F-450 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6286 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 4379 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 142 L |