1978 Bristol 412 vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 35 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 539 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.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DURANGO. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DURANGO.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bristol 412 | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
Make | Bristol | Dodge |
Model | 412 | DURANGO |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2172 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3042 mm |