1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 33 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 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Bristol 411. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (455 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 411 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
