1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2001 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2001 Toyota FXS 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, 1976 Bristol 412 (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Toyota FXS. (188 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota FXS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2001 Toyota FXS. 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, 1976 Bristol 412 (422 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota FXS. (280 Nm). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota FXS. 1976 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota FXS has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota FXS 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 | 2001 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 412 | FXS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
