1978 Bristol 412 vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 23 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bristol 412 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy 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) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bristol 412 | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Bristol | Subaru |
| Model | 412 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |
