1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1969 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1970 Bristol 411 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1969 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1969 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1969 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | 411 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |
