1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1994 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1994 Nissan Sunny is newer by 22 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 170 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 654 kg more than 1994 Nissan Sunny. 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 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (148 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1994 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 411 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2540 mm |
