1976 Bristol 412 vs. 1971 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1976 Bristol 412 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1971 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 1976 Bristol 412 (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bristol 412 | 1971 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Bristol | Pontiac |
Model | 412 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |