1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2010 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan is newer by 34 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, 2010 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412.
Because 2010 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Bristol 412. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 412. (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 2010 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 412 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3560 mm |
