1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 32 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, 2008 GMC Savana (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 431 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, 1976 Bristol 412 (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Savana. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 2008 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Bristol | GMC |
| Model | 412 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3440 mm |
