1976 Bristol 412 vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1976 Bristol 412 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter 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 110 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 412 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2340 mm |
