1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 1997 Nissan 400 R is newer by 24 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1997 Nissan 400 R.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan 400 R. (471 Nm). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan 400 R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 411 | 400 R |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
