1977 Bristol 412 vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 33 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (347 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1977 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1977 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 665 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 2010 Jeep Commander 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, 2010 Jeep Commander 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (520 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bristol 412 | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Bristol | Jeep |
| Model | 412 | Commander |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2790 mm |
