1978 Bristol 412 vs. 1968 Holden Brougham
To start off, 1978 Bristol 412 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Brougham (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 1978 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, 1968 Holden Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bristol 412 | 1968 Holden Brougham | |
Make | Bristol | Holden |
Model | 412 | Brougham |
Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5025 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |