1978 Bristol 412 vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando 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, 1978 Bristol 412 (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 95 kg more than 1978 Bristol 412.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (258 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bristol 412 | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Bristol | SsangYong |
Model | 412 | Korando |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2490 mm |