1967 Bristol 409 vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 44 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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1967 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1967 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Bristol 409 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
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, 1967 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1967 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan 370Z. 1967 Bristol 409 has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan 370Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Bristol 409 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Bristol 409 | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Bristol | Nissan |
Model | 409 | 370Z |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 72 L |