1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1996 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, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bristol 411 | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | 411 | Accord |
Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 289 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |