1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1989 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1989 Nissan Prairie is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1989 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1989 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 411 | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2520 mm |
