1978 Bristol 412 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bristol 412 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bristol 412 | 2001 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Bristol | Volkswagen |
Model | 412 | Passat |
Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2771 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |