1949 Bristol 402 vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 402. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 402 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Bristol 402 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 402. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 402. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 402 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Because 1949 Bristol 402 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 1949 Bristol 402. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Versa, 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, 2011 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 402. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 402.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 402 | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 402 | Versa |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 50 L |
