1978 Bristol 412 vs. 2008 TVR T 440 R
To start off, 2008 TVR T 440 R 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, 2008 TVR T 440 R (434 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR T 440 R should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bristol 412 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2008 TVR T 440 R.
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 TVR T 440 R (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 TVR T 440 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Bristol 412. 1978 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 2008 TVR T 440 R has manual transmission. 2008 TVR T 440 R 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 TVR T 440 R | |
| Make | Bristol | TVR |
| Model | 412 | T 440 R |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 434 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
