1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero 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, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,183 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 975 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero.
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, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,483 Nm @ 6150 RPM) has 1061 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 412. (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 412. 1976 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero has manual transmission. 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero 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 | 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Bristol | SSC |
| Model | 412 | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 6350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 1183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 1483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 437 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1090 mm |
