1977 Bristol 412 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 29 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1977 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1977 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 532 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, 1977 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bristol 412 | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 412 | Express |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3440 mm |
