1978 Bristol 412 vs. 1999 Seat Formula
To start off, 1999 Seat Formula 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 Seat Formula (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Formula should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bristol 412 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1999 Seat Formula.
Because 1999 Seat Formula is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Bristol 412. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Formula will offer significantly more control. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Formula. (301 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Formula. 1978 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 1999 Seat Formula has manual transmission. 1999 Seat Formula will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Bristol 412 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bristol 412 | 1999 Seat Formula | |
| Make | Bristol | Seat |
| Model | 412 | Formula |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2520 mm |
