1978 Bristol 412 vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD 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, 1978 Bristol 412 (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2013 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bristol 412 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2013 Scion xD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Scion xD 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, 2013 Scion xD 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, 1978 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bristol 412 | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | Bristol | Scion |
| Model | 412 | xD |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4440 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2460 mm |
