1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1999 Honda NSX
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 26 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, 1999 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1999 Honda NSX.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda NSX. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1999 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 411 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2540 mm |
