1977 Bristol 412 vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred 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 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1977 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1977 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bristol 412 weights approximately 247 kg more than 2006 Ford Five Hundred.
Because 1977 Bristol 412 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Bristol 412. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Bristol 412 | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | 412 | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1443 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2870 mm |