1976 Bristol 412 vs. 1976 Datsun 280Z
To start off, both 1976 Bristol 412 and 1976 Datsun 280Z were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 58 more horse power than 1976 Datsun 280Z. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun 280Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1976 Datsun 280Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun 280Z. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun 280Z. 1976 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 1976 Datsun 280Z has manual transmission. 1976 Datsun 280Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Bristol 412 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bristol 412 | 1976 Datsun 280Z | |
Make | Bristol | Datsun |
Model | 412 | 280Z |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1631 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2304 mm |