1979 Bristol 412 vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1996 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 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) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bristol 412 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1996 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Bristol 412. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (210 Nm). This means 1979 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bristol 412 | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Bristol | Subaru |
| Model | 412 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |
