1978 Bristol 412 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 18 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bristol 412 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bristol 412 | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Bristol | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 412 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
