1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 24 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 104 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Bristol 412 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Bristol 412. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 412 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
