1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 324 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bristol 412 | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Bristol | Porsche |
Model | 412 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2420 mm |