1978 Bristol 412 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato 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 63 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 330 kg more than 1978 Bristol 412.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 1978 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ducato 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 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Bristol | Fiat |
Model | 412 | Ducato |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 14 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3210 mm |