1965 Bristol 409 vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cherry is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 409 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. 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 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 409 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2400 mm |
