1978 Bristol 412 vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 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 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bristol 412 | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Bristol | Suzuki |
| Model | 412 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |
