1956 Bristol 405 vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cedric is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 80 kg more than 1956 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, 1971 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Bristol 405 | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 405 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |
