1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2005 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Lotus Esprit 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 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 Lotus Esprit.
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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Esprit. (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Esprit. 1976 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 2005 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 2005 Lotus Esprit 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 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Bristol | Lotus |
| Model | 412 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 282 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 | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2430 mm |
