1972 Bristol 411 vs. 2002 Honda NSX
To start off, 2002 Honda NSX is newer by 30 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 39 more horse power than 2002 Honda NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 276 kg more than 2002 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, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 2002 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 411 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2540 mm |
