1977 Bristol 412 vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 30 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, 2007 Lexus LS (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1977 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1977 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 215 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, 2007 Lexus LS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bristol 412 | 2007 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Bristol | Lexus |
| Model | 412 | LS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2930 mm |
