1979 Bristol 412 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 28 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1979 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1979 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bristol 412 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bristol 412 | 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
Model | 412 | Lumina |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5667 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2940 mm |