1979 Bristol 412 vs. 2001 Toyota Will
To start off, 2001 Toyota Will 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, 2001 Toyota Will (189 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1979 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bristol 412 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2001 Toyota Will.
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 Toyota Will, 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) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Will. (274 Nm). This means 1979 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Will.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bristol 412 | 2001 Toyota Will | |
Make | Bristol | Toyota |
Model | 412 | Will |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 274 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 73.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2380 mm |