1977 Bristol 412 vs. 1977 Dodge Omni
To start off, both 1977 Bristol 412 and 1977 Dodge Omni were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Bristol 412 (171 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Omni. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bristol 412 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1977 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Bristol 412 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Bristol 412. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Dodge Omni, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Omni. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bristol 412 | 1977 Dodge Omni | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 412 | Omni |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |
