1979 Bristol 412 vs. 1953 Ferrari 250
To start off, 1979 Bristol 412 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 250 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 250 (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1979 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 250 should accelerate faster than 1979 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bristol 412 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 250.
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. 1979 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 1953 Ferrari 250 has manual transmission. 1953 Ferrari 250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Bristol 412 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bristol 412 | 1953 Ferrari 250 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | 412 | 250 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2810 mm |
