1966 Bristol 409 vs. 1992 Infiniti J30
To start off, 1992 Infiniti J30 is newer by 26 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 5 more horse power than 1992 Infiniti J30. (210 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1992 Infiniti J30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1966 Bristol 409.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Infiniti J30. (261 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1966 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Bristol 409 | 1992 Infiniti J30 | |
Make | Bristol | Infiniti |
Model | 409 | J30 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1601 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 72 L |