1978 Bristol 412 vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1978 Bristol 412 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter 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 73 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bristol 412 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bristol 412 | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Bristol | Toyota |
Model | 412 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1586 cc |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2340 mm |