1955 Bristol 403 vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 57 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 403. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 726 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.
Because 2012 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Bristol 403. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 403 | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 403 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 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 | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3200 mm |
