1949 Bristol 400 vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 540 kg more than 1949 Bristol 400. 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 400 | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Bristol | Nissan |
Model | 400 | 350Z |
Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |