1978 Bristol 412 vs. 2008 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 30 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 17 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Sprinter.
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, 2008 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bristol 412 | 2008 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 412 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3670 mm |
