1979 Bristol 412 vs. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 32 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, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1979 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1979 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 191 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.
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, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bristol 412 | 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | |
Make | Bristol | Maserati |
Model | 412 | GranTurismo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2941 mm |