1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 412. (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 412. 1976 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Bristol | Porsche |
Model | 412 | 911 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2350 mm |