1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 35 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 173 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 635 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 411 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |
