1959 Bristol 406 vs. 2011 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2011 Nissan Tiida is newer by 52 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, 2011 Nissan Tiida (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 18 kg more than 1959 Bristol 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Bristol 406 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Bristol 406. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Tiida, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Tiida. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Tiida.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Bristol 406 | 2011 Nissan Tiida | |
Make | Bristol | Nissan |
Model | 406 | Tiida |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 52 L |