1979 Bristol 412 vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 33 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, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1979 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1979 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 478 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 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, 2012 Buick Enclave, 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, both vehicles can yield 366 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bristol 412 | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | 412 | Enclave |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1842 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3020 mm |
