1969 Bristol 410 vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bristol 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bristol 410 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bristol 410 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Bristol 410 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 410 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 635 kg more than 1969 Bristol 410.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Bristol 410. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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, 1969 Bristol 410 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 410 | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 410 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
