1976 Bristol 412 vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1976 Bristol 412 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bristol 412 (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1973 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Bristol 412 (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 412 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2310 mm |
