1977 Bristol 412 vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (212 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1977 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1977 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bristol 412 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Bristol 412. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza 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, 1977 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (299 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1977 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Bristol 412 | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Bristol | Toyota |
Model | 412 | Altezza |
Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |