1978 Bristol 412 vs. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 33 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, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 420 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 1978 Bristol 412 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Bristol 412. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bristol 412 | 2011 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
| Model | 412 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3078 mm |
