1977 Bristol 412 vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 36 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1977 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1977 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 375 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 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Bristol 412. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1977 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bristol 412 | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 412 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1808 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3100 mm |
