1958 Bristol 405 vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1113 kg more than 1958 Bristol 405. 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 405. 2006 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1958 Bristol 405 has manual transmission. 1958 Bristol 405 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 405 | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 405 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 135 L |
