1954 Bristol 403 vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 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 1954 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 403.
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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 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 1954 Bristol 403. 2011 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1954 Bristol 403 has manual transmission. 1954 Bristol 403 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Bristol 403 | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Bristol | Nissan |
Model | 403 | Frontier |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 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 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3200 mm |