1963 Bristol 408 vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1963 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1963 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Bristol 408 weights approximately 49 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Bristol 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 1963 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Bristol 408 | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 408 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
