1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 35 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1005 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.
Because 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 412. (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 412 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3099 mm |
