1977 Bristol 412 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 1977 Bristol 412 (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (162 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bristol 412 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. 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) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (250 Nm). This means 1977 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bristol 412 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 412 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1649 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3250 mm |
