1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 1979 Bristol 412
To start off, 1987 Avanti Avanti is newer by 8 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, 1987 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1979 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1979 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bristol 412 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1987 Avanti Avanti.
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, 1979 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1979 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Avanti Avanti | 1979 Bristol 412 | |
Make | Avanti | Bristol |
Model | Avanti | 412 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2910 mm |