1979 Bristol 412 vs. 1979 Datsun 280
To start off, both 1979 Bristol 412 and 1979 Datsun 280 were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Bristol 412 (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1979 Datsun 280. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1979 Datsun 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bristol 412 weights approximately 418 kg more than 1979 Datsun 280. 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, 1979 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Datsun 280. (202 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Datsun 280. 1979 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 1979 Datsun 280 has manual transmission. 1979 Datsun 280 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 | 1979 Datsun 280 | |
Make | Bristol | Datsun |
Model | 412 | 280 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2751 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |