1979 Bristol 412 vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1979 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1979 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 75 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.
Because 2007 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bristol 412 | 2007 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Bristol | Lexus |
| Model | 412 | IS |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2740 mm |
