1979 Bristol 412 vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 34 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1979 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1979 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 883 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bristol 412 | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Bristol | GMC |
Model | 412 | Yukon |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3302 mm |