1977 Bristol 412 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster 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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1977 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1977 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bristol 412 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1977 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Bristol 412 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Bristol | Porsche |
Model | 412 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2420 mm |