1974 Bristol 411 vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1974 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 2012 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 411 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2776 mm |
