1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 30 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 69 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 280 kg more than 1976 Bristol 412.
Because 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2006 Honda Civic 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 412 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2580 mm |
