1976 Bristol 412 vs. 1991 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1991 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 15 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 11 more horse power than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 42 kg more than 1976 Bristol 412.
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, 1976 Bristol 412 (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 1991 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 412 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2880 mm |
