1978 Bristol 412 vs. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (311 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412.
Because 2010 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover (700 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bristol 412 | 2010 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Bristol | Land Rover |
Model | 412 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2891 mm |