1976 Bristol 412 vs. 1996 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1996 Ford Aerostar is newer by 20 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 75 more horse power than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1996 Ford Aerostar. 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, 1976 Bristol 412 (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 1996 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 412 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3030 mm |
