1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 39 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 28 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 917 kg more than 1973 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 411 | NV |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2627 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3711 mm |
