1977 Bristol 412 vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 27 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, 1977 Bristol 412 (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bristol 412 weights approximately 960 kg more than 2004 MCC Smart. 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, 1977 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart. 1977 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 2004 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2004 MCC Smart 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 | 2004 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Bristol | MCC |
| Model | 412 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2370 mm |
