1976 Bristol 412 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 9 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, 1976 Bristol 412 (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Bristol 412 (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | 412 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
