1977 Bristol 412 vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1977 Bristol 412 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry 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 118 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bristol 412 weights approximately 995 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry. 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bristol 412 | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 412 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2340 mm |
