1979 Bristol 412 vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1979 Bristol 412 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1979 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1979 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 110 kg more than 1979 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bristol 412 | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Bristol | Oldsmobile |
Model | 412 | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2850 mm |