1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (395 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1970 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1970 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 632 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 411 | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2880 mm |
