1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2003 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2003 Nissan Quest is newer by 27 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, 2003 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Quest weights approximately 114 kg more than 1976 Bristol 412. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Bristol 412 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Bristol 412. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Bristol 412 (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 2003 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 412 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3160 mm |
