1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 40 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, 1970 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 154 kg more than 1970 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 411 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2789 mm |
