1959 Bristol 406 vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 48 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Bristol 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano 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, 2007 Nissan Murano (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Bristol 406 | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 406 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 82 L |
