1979 Bristol 412 vs. 1968 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 1979 Bristol 412 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Coronet (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1979 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1979 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bristol 412 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bristol 412. 1979 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 1968 Dodge Coronet has manual transmission. 1968 Dodge Coronet 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 | 1968 Dodge Coronet | |
Make | Bristol | Dodge |
Model | 412 | Coronet |
Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2980 mm |