1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable 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 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Bristol 412. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable will offer significantly more control. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Sable. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercury |
| Model | 412 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2870 mm |
