2005 Avanti Studebaker vs. 1976 Bristol 412
To start off, 2005 Avanti Studebaker is newer by 29 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 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Avanti Studebaker (307 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1976 Bristol 412. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Bristol 412. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Avanti Studebaker 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, 2005 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 412. (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Avanti Studebaker | 1976 Bristol 412 | |
| Make | Avanti | Bristol |
| Model | Studebaker | 412 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6751 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2910 mm |
