1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 41 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 409 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Bristol 409. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1965 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 409 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
