1965 AC 427 vs. 1976 Bristol 412
To start off, 1976 Bristol 412 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC 427. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC 427 would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC 427 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC 427 (410 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 313 kg more than 1965 AC 427.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1965 AC 427 (652 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 412. (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
1965 AC 427 | 1976 Bristol 412 | |
Make | AC | Bristol |
Model | 427 | 412 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 422 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |