1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six 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, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six. (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six. 1976 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six has manual transmission. 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six 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 | 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six | |
Make | Bristol | TVR |
Model | 412 | Tuscan Speed Six |
Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 284 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2370 mm |