1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 1976 Bristol 412 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Bristol 412. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 412 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2800 mm |
