1953 Bristol 403 vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 403.
Because 2011 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Bristol 403. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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 Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 403 | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 403 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |
