1978 Bristol 412 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 19 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 640 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bristol 412 | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
Model | 412 | Express |
Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3440 mm |