1959 Bristol 406 vs. 2011 Acura RDX
To start off, 2011 Acura RDX is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RDX weights approximately 517 kg more than 1959 Bristol 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Bristol 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX 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, 2011 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Bristol 406. 2011 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 1959 Bristol 406 has manual transmission. 1959 Bristol 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Bristol 406 | 2011 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Bristol | Acura |
| Model | 406 | RDX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 68 L |
