1977 Bristol 412 vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 32 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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1977 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1977 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1018 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.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Bristol 412. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Bristol 412 | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Bristol | Land Rover |
Model | 412 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |