1979 Bristol 412 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 26 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1979 Bristol 412. (171 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1979 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 227 kg more than 1979 Bristol 412. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Bristol 412 (366 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 1979 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bristol 412 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercury |
| Model | 412 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2900 mm |
