1978 Bristol 412 vs. 1985 Buick Wildcat
To start off, 1985 Buick Wildcat is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bristol 412 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bristol 412 | 1985 Buick Wildcat | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | 412 | Wildcat |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2600 mm |
