2005 Avanti Studebaker vs. 1969 Bristol 411
To start off, 2005 Avanti Studebaker is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Bristol 411 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Avanti Studebaker. (307 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2005 Avanti Studebaker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1969 Bristol 411.
Because 2005 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Bristol 411. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Avanti Studebaker will offer significantly more control. 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, 1969 Bristol 411 (576 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Avanti Studebaker. (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Avanti Studebaker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Avanti Studebaker | 1969 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Avanti | Bristol |
| Model | Studebaker | 411 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6751 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2900 mm |
