1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (289 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 411 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |
