1976 Bristol 412 vs. 1978 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1978 Avanti Avanti is newer by 2 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 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bristol 412 (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1978 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1978 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 412. (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 1978 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Bristol | Avanti |
| Model | 412 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 6568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2780 mm |
