1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2002 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2002 Kia Sorento is newer by 26 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 16 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 280 kg more than 1976 Bristol 412.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento 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, 2002 Kia Sorento 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, 1976 Bristol 412 (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 2002 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Bristol | Kia |
| Model | 412 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
