1977 Bristol 412 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 35 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1977 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1977 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 671 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Bristol 412 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
Model | 412 | Express |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2361 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3429 mm |