1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 184 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1970 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volkswagen |
| Model | 411 | T5 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3010 mm |
