1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 28 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 360.
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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari 360. (363 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bristol 412 | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
Model | 412 | 360 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 3586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |