1977 Bristol 412 vs. 1952 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1977 Bristol 412 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Bristol 412 (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bristol 412 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1952 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bristol 412 | 1952 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 412 | Sports |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2160 mm |
