1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 39 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1970 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 411 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3650 mm |
