1975 Bristol 411 vs. 1971 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1975 Bristol 411 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1971 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Laurel. (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 1971 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 411 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1815 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
