1976 Bristol 412 vs. 1976 Lancia Gamma
To start off, both 1976 Bristol 412 and 1976 Lancia Gamma 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 68 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (140 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 372 kg more than 1976 Lancia Gamma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Bristol 412 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Bristol 412. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Gamma. 1976 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 1976 Lancia Gamma has manual transmission. 1976 Lancia Gamma 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 Lancia Gamma | |
Make | Bristol | Lancia |
Model | 412 | Gamma |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2484 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |