1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CCR
To start off, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR 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, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR (816 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 608 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2005 Koenigsegg CCR.
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, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR (920 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 412. (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CCR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 412. 1976 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 2005 Koenigsegg CCR has manual transmission. 2005 Koenigsegg CCR 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 | 2005 Koenigsegg CCR | |
| Make | Bristol | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 412 | CCR |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 816 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 920 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 394 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2659 mm |
