1977 Bristol 412 vs. 2003 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 26 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, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1977 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1977 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 464 kg more than 1977 Bristol 412. 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, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bristol 412 | 2003 Chevrolet SSR | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 412 | SSR |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 449 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2950 mm |
