1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1984 Honda Accord
To start off, 1984 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1984 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1984 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, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Accord. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1984 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 411 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2460 mm |
