1976 Bristol 603 vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 37 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, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 603. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 202 kg more than 1976 Bristol 603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 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 603 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 603 | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 603 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1987 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 76 L |
