1978 Bristol 412 vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 1997 Nissan 400 R is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bristol 412 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1997 Nissan 400 R.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Bristol 412. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Bristol 412. (366 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Bristol 412. 1978 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan 400 R has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan 400 R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Bristol 412 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bristol 412 | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
Make | Bristol | Nissan |
Model | 412 | 400 R |
Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 471 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |