1966 Bristol 409 vs. 1991 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1991 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Bristol 409 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Bristol 409 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Bristol 409. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Pulsar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1966 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1966 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bristol 409 | 1991 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 409 | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2440 mm |
