1964 Bristol 408 vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1964 Bristol 408. (216 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1964 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 731 kg more than 1964 Bristol 408. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1964 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Frontier. 1964 Bristol 408 has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Frontier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Bristol 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Bristol 408 | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 408 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 216 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 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
