1978 Bristol 412 vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 34 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, 1978 Bristol 412 (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bristol 412 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Equator. 1978 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 2012 Suzuki Equator has manual transmission. 2012 Suzuki Equator 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 | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Bristol | Suzuki |
Model | 412 | Equator |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3200 mm |