1960 Bristol 406 vs. 1976 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1976 Nissan Cherry is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Bristol 406 (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Bristol 406 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1976 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Bristol 406 | 1976 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 406 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2400 mm |
