1978 Bristol 412 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 32 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bristol 412 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Bristol 412. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bristol 412 | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 412 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3210 mm |
