1985 AC Cobra vs. 1976 Bristol 412
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra.
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, 1976 Bristol 412 (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 AC Cobra. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 AC Cobra. 1976 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 1985 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1985 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Bristol 412 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 1976 Bristol 412 | |
| Make | AC | Bristol |
| Model | Cobra | 412 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2910 mm |
