1979 Bristol 412 vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 27 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1979 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1979 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bristol 412 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
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, 2006 Ford Freestyle, 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bristol 412 | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 412 | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2870 mm |
