1962 Bristol 407 vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Bristol 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Bristol 407 would be higher. At 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Bristol 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Bristol 407 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 189 kg more than 1962 Bristol 407.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Bristol 407 (463 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (334 Nm). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Bristol 407 | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 407 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 73 L |
