1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 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 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2012 Infiniti G25.
Because 2012 Infiniti G25 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Bristol 412. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G25 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | Bristol | Infiniti |
| Model | 412 | G25 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2850 mm |
