1977 Bristol 412 vs. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1977 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1977 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 795 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom (721 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bristol 412 | 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Bristol | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 412 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 721 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 6090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3580 mm |
