1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 36 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, 2012 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2012 Buick Regal.
Because 1976 Bristol 412 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Bristol 412. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | 412 | Regal |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2738 mm |
