1969 Bristol 411 vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 55 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 68 kg more than 1969 Bristol 411.
Because 2012 Volkswagen CC 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 411 | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Bristol | Volkswagen |
| Model | 411 | CC |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
