1978 Bristol 412 vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 29 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 505 kg more than 1978 Bristol 412. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bristol 412 | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Bristol | Nissan |
Model | 412 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |