1974 Bristol 411 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 39 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, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1974 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1974 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 137 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 411 | Z |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |
