1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2000 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2000 Nissan Xterra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2000 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 411 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
