1978 Bristol 412 vs. 1971 Nissan Gloria

To start off, 1978 Bristol 412 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Bristol 412 (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bristol 412 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1971 Nissan Gloria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1978 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Gloria.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Bristol 412 1971 Nissan Gloria
Make Bristol Nissan
Model 412 Gloria
Year Released 1978 1971
Engine Size 5898 cc 1988 cc
Horse Power 171 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 366 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 4950 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2700 mm


 

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