1979 Bristol 412 vs. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 21 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 10 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 210 kg more than 1979 Bristol 412.
Because 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1979 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser. 1979 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 | 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Bristol | Toyota |
Model | 412 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2370 mm |