1979 Bristol 412 vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 30 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1979 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1979 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bristol 412 weights approximately 338 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
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, 2009 Toyota Sienna, 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1979 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bristol 412 | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Bristol | Toyota |
Model | 412 | Sienna |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3454 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3040 mm |