1965 Bristol 408 vs. 1991 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1991 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 26 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 74 more horse power than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 408 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 408 | 1991 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 408 | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
