1969 Bristol 411 vs. 2012 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rodius 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 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Bristol 411 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 243 kg more than 1969 Bristol 411.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Bristol 411 | 2012 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Bristol | SsangYong |
Model | 411 | Rodius |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |