1978 Bristol 412 vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1987 Toyota Camry is newer by 9 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, 1978 Bristol 412 (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bristol 412 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1987 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Bristol 412 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Bristol 412. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (206 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bristol 412 | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Bristol | Toyota |
Model | 412 | Camry |
Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |