1977 Bristol 412 vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 28 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1977 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1977 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 820 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.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Bristol 412. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bristol 412 | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Bristol | Land Rover |
| Model | 412 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2890 mm |
