1978 Bristol 412 vs. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1978 Bristol 412 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (173 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 190 kg more than 1978 Bristol 412. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Bristol 412. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bristol 412 | 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 412 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
