1976 Bristol 603 vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 31 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 603. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 603. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 603. 1976 Bristol 603 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Bristol 603 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bristol 603 | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Bristol | Nissan |
Model | 603 | 350Z |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 76 L |