1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1952 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1958 Bristol 406 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Bristol 406 (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Bristol 406 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1952 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Bristol 406 (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 1952 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 406 | Sports |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2160 mm |
