1963 Bristol 408 vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1963 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1963 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Bristol 408 weights approximately 473 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Bristol 408. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Bristol 408.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Bristol 408 | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Bristol | Nissan |
Model | 408 | Armada |
Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5129 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 523 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 106 L |