1977 Bristol 412 vs. 1994 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1994 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Bristol 412 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 63 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bristol 412 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Bristol 412 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 1977 Bristol 412. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Pulsar, 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, 1977 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bristol 412 | 1994 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 412 | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2440 mm |
