1979 Bristol 412 vs. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB
To start off, 1979 Bristol 412 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 365 BB would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (380 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1979 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 1979 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bristol 412 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB.
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, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (410 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bristol 412. (366 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bristol 412. 1979 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 1973 Ferrari 365 BB has manual transmission. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB 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 | 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | 412 | 365 BB |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4388 cc |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2520 mm |
