1969 Bristol 411 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 44 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1969 Bristol 411. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1969 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 315 kg more than 1969 Bristol 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Bristol 411. (576 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 411 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | 411 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2920 mm |
