1967 Bristol 409 vs. 2003 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2003 Nissan Quest is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1967 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1967 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Quest weights approximately 224 kg more than 1967 Bristol 409. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Bristol 409. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Quest, 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, 1967 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bristol 409 | 2003 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 409 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 76 L |
