1976 Bristol 412 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 23 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, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 615 kg more than 1976 Bristol 412. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 412. (422 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 412 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 5698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3310 mm |
