1955 Bristol 403 vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1972 Nissan Cherry is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Bristol 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Bristol 403 (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Bristol 403 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Bristol 403 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Bristol 403 (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Bristol 403 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 403 | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 403 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2340 mm |
