1977 Bristol 412 vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 29 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1977 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1977 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bristol 412 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Nissan Quest.
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, 1977 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Bristol 412 | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Bristol | Nissan |
Model | 412 | Quest |
Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3160 mm |