1979 Bristol 412 vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1979 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1979 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 155 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 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bristol 412 | 2012 Opel Antara | |
Make | Bristol | Opel |
Model | 412 | Antara |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |