1954 Bristol 405 vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1993 Nissan Serena is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Serena (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 260 kg more than 1954 Bristol 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Nissan Serena (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 405 | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 405 | Serena |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |
