1978 Bristol 412 vs. 2002 Ford F-150
To start off, 2002 Ford F-150 is newer by 24 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, 2002 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-150 weights approximately 385 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.
Because 2002 Ford F-150 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, 2002 Ford F-150 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford F-150. (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bristol 412 | 2002 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 412 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3050 mm |
