1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2006 Lexus LS
To start off, 2006 Lexus LS 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, 2006 Lexus LS (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus LS weights approximately 55 kg more than 1976 Bristol 412. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Lexus LS (423 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 412. (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 2006 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Bristol | Lexus |
| Model | 412 | LS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2930 mm |
