1978 Bristol 412 vs. 2007 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 29 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 653 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 2007 Dodge Charger 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, 2007 Dodge Charger 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bristol 412 | 2007 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 412 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3050 mm |
