1977 Bristol 412 vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 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 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1977 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Bristol 412.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac SV 6. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac SV 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bristol 412 | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Bristol | Pontiac |
| Model | 412 | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3080 mm |
