1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
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 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 412. (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bristol 412 | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Bristol | Toyota |
Model | 412 | Tundra |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 5663 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 | 545 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3710 mm |