1976 Bristol 412 vs. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 230 kg more than 1976 Bristol 412. 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, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 412. (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 1977 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Bristol | De Tomaso |
| Model | 412 | Deauville |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 5762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
