1978 Bristol 412 vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bristol 412 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2008 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1978 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Boxster. (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bristol 412 | 2008 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | 412 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2420 mm |
