1954 Bristol 405 vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 57 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 1,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Juke weights approximately 102 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.
Because 1954 Bristol 405 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Bristol 405. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 405 | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 405 | Juke |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
