1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (230 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 229 kg more than 1973 Bristol 411.
Because 1973 Bristol 411 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Bristol 411. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (455 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (325 Nm). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 411 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3040 mm |
