1955 Bristol 403 vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 54 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (159 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 403. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1955 Bristol 403. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Bristol 403 | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Bristol | Nissan |
Model | 403 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2980 mm |