1977 Bristol 412 vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 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 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1977 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1977 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bristol 412 weights approximately 406 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
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 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Bristol 412. 1977 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Bristol 412 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Bristol 412 | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
Model | 412 | 360 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |