1969 Bristol 410 vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 43 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1969 Bristol 410. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 1969 Bristol 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1108 kg more than 1969 Bristol 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Nissan NV (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Bristol 410. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Bristol 410.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Bristol 410 | 2012 Nissan NV | |
Make | Bristol | Nissan |
Model | 410 | NV |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6111 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2156 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3711 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 106 L |