1978 Bristol 412 vs. 1999 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 21 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, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bristol 412 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet S-10.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bristol 412 | 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 412 | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| 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 | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3130 mm |
