1979 Bristol 412 vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bristol 412 would be higher. 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 101 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bristol 412 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Bristol 412 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Bristol 412. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort. 1979 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Escort 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 | 1995 Ford Escort | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | 412 | Escort |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |