1978 Bristol 412 vs. 2004 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Sentra is newer by 26 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, 1978 Bristol 412 (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (165 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bristol 412 weights approximately 437 kg more than 2004 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Bristol 412. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Sentra, 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, 1978 Bristol 412 (366 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bristol 412 | 2004 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 412 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1253 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
