1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2010 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Defender 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, 1976 Bristol 412 (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 998 kg more than 1976 Bristol 412.
Because 2010 Land Rover Defender 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, 2010 Land Rover Defender 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Land Rover Defender. 1976 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 2010 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2010 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Bristol | Land Rover |
Model | 412 | Defender |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2370 mm |