1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1989 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1989 Nissan Micra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Micra. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1989 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Micra. (96 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1989 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 411 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2310 mm |
