1976 Bristol 412 vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 is newer by 8 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, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 774 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Bristol 412 (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | 412 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2440 mm |
