1967 Bristol 409 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 46 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, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1967 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1967 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Bristol 409 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z.
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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1967 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z. 1967 Bristol 409 has automatic transmission and 2013 Nissan Z has manual transmission. 2013 Nissan Z 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 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 409 | Z |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| 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 | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11:01:00 |
| 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 | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 72 L |
