1965 Bristol 408 vs. 1972 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1972 Nissan Cedric is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Bristol 408 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 408 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Bristol 408 (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 408 | 1972 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 408 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
