1961 Bristol 407 vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Bristol 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Bristol 407 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Bristol 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 407 weights approximately 143 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2009 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Bristol 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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, 1961 Bristol 407 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 407 | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 407 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
