1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX 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 47 more horse power than 2005 Honda NSX. (241 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX. 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2005 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 411 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
