1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2009 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1970 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1970 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 250 kg more than 1970 Bristol 411. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (536 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2009 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 411 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 5652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 368 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3050 mm |
