1977 Bristol 412 vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 34 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, 2011 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1977 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1977 Bristol 412.
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, 2011 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Bristol 412 | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Bristol | Infiniti |
Model | 412 | EX |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2799 mm |