1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 598 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 412. (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 412 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3569 mm |
