1978 Bristol 412 vs. 2006 TVR T 350
To start off, 2006 TVR T 350 is newer by 28 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, 2006 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bristol 412 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2006 TVR T 350.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Bristol 412. 1978 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 2006 TVR T 350 has manual transmission. 2006 TVR T 350 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 | 2006 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Bristol | TVR |
| Model | 412 | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2370 mm |
