1950 Bristol 401 vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 983 kg more than 1950 Bristol 401. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Bristol 401. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Bristol 401 | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 401 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3560 mm |
