1972 Bristol 411 vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 39 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 98 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 241 kg more than 2011 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 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Bristol 411 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | 411 | Accord |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2741 mm |