1978 Bristol 412 vs. 2011 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 33 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 34 more horse power than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. 1978 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan X-Trail 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 | 2011 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Bristol | Nissan |
Model | 412 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |