1959 Bristol 406 vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1986 Nissan Stanza is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Bristol 406 (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Bristol 406 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1986 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Bristol 406 | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 406 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2480 mm |
