1976 Bristol 412 vs. 1998 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 22 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 456M.
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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 412. (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 412. 1976 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari 456M has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari 456M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Bristol 412 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bristol 412 | 1998 Ferrari 456M | |
Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
Model | 412 | 456M |
Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 5473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2590 mm |