1977 Bristol 412 vs. 1971 Monteverdi Sierra
To start off, 1977 Bristol 412 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Monteverdi Sierra would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Bristol 412 (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. (160 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bristol 412 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra (388 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Monteverdi Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bristol 412 | 1971 Monteverdi Sierra | |
| Make | Bristol | Monteverdi |
| Model | 412 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |
