1979 Bristol 412 vs. 2001 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2001 Mercury Villager is newer by 22 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 3 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Villager. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Villager weights approximately 95 kg more than 1979 Bristol 412.
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, 2001 Mercury Villager, 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bristol 412 | 2001 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Bristol | Mercury |
Model | 412 | Villager |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |