1978 Bristol 412 vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 17 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bristol 412 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406.
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, 1995 Peugeot 406, 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bristol 412 | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Bristol | Peugeot |
| Model | 412 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
