1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R is newer by 45 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 137 kg more than 1965 Bristol 409. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Bristol 409. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Bristol 409. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Bristol 409. 1965 Bristol 409 has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan GT-R has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan GT-R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Bristol 409 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 409 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 74 L |
