1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 38 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 13 more horse power than 2008 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 431 kg more than 1970 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Bristol | GMC |
| Model | 411 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3030 mm |
