1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 44 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 409 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano 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, 2009 Nissan Murano 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Murano. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 409 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 82 L |
