1976 Bristol 412 vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1976 Bristol 412 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bristol 412 (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1969 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1969 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Bristol 412 (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Bristol | Triumph |
| Model | 412 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2110 mm |
