1978 Bristol 412 vs. 1969 Seat 124
To start off, 1978 Bristol 412 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 124 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Bristol 412 (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bristol 412 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1969 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bristol 412 | 1969 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Bristol | Seat |
| Model | 412 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2430 mm |
