1979 Bristol 412 vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 407 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 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1979 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1979 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bristol 412 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 407.
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, 2005 Peugeot 407, 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bristol 412 | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Bristol | Peugeot |
| Model | 412 | 407 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
