1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 31 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 70 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 414 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Bristol 412 (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Bristol | Peugeot |
| Model | 412 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
