1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD 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, 1976 Bristol 412 (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2013 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2013 Scion xD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Scion xD is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Bristol 412. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Scion xD 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | Bristol | Scion |
| Model | 412 | xD |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2460 mm |
