1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2010 Ferrari California
To start off, 2010 Ferrari California is newer by 34 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, 2010 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari California weights approximately 25 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, 2010 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 412. (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 412. 1976 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 2010 Ferrari California has manual transmission. 2010 Ferrari California 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 | 2010 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | 412 | California |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
