1976 Bristol 412 vs. 1977 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1977 Nissan Cherry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 412 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 164 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1977 Nissan Cherry. 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 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 1977 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 412 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2400 mm |
