1976 Bristol 412 vs. 1976 GMC Suburban
To start off, both 1976 Bristol 412 and 1976 GMC Suburban 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 108 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 490 kg more than 1976 Bristol 412.
Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Bristol 412. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bristol 412 | 1976 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Bristol | GMC |
Model | 412 | Suburban |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3300 mm |