1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2001 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2001 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 25 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, 2001 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412.
Because 2001 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Bristol 412. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti Veyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 412. (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 2001 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Bristol | Bugatti |
| Model | 412 | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
