1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 37 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, 2013 BMW X1 (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2013 BMW X1.
Because 2013 BMW X1 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, 2013 BMW X1 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X1. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Bristol | BMW |
| Model | 412 | X1 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |
