1978 Bristol 412 vs. 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 890 kg more than 1978 Bristol 412. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bristol 412 | 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Bristol | Toyota |
Model | 412 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2850 mm |