1948 Bristol 400 vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1948 Bristol 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Bristol 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Bristol 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 400 | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 400 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
