1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 29 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 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 155 kg more than 1976 Bristol 412.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Bristol 412 (422 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Bristol | Kia |
| Model | 412 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
