1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 43 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 90 more horse power than 2013 Acura ILX. (198 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ILX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 363 kg more than 2013 Acura ILX. 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 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Bristol | Acura |
| Model | 411 | ILX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
