1951 Bristol 450 vs. 1989 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1989 Nissan Laurel is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Laurel (202 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 450. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 650 kg more than 1951 Bristol 450. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 450 | 1989 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 450 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
