1979 Bristol 412 vs. 2007 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion 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 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1979 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1979 Bristol 412.
Because 2007 Ford Fusion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Bristol 412. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fusion will offer significantly more control. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bristol 412 | 2007 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 412 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
