2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Fighter (660 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1997 Nissan 400 R. (400 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan 400 R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan 400 R weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Bristol Fighter.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Bristol Fighter. 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, 2004 Bristol Fighter (787 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan 400 R. (471 Nm). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan 400 R.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bristol Fighter | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
Make | Bristol | Nissan |
Model | Fighter | 400 R |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 660 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 787 Nm | 471 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |