1976 Bristol 603 vs. 1995 Infiniti J30
To start off, 1995 Infiniti J30 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 603 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 603. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1995 Infiniti J30.
Because 1976 Bristol 603 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 603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti J30, 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 603 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 603 | 1995 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Bristol | Infiniti |
| Model | 603 | J30 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 72 L |
