1978 Bristol 412 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bristol 412 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Bristol 412. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bristol 412 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Bristol | Subaru |
Model | 412 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2625 mm |