1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 32 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 137 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 490 kg more than 1973 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 411 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2400 mm |
