1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2002 Honda Vamos

To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 29 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 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 752 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (455 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Bristol 411 2002 Honda Vamos
Make Bristol Honda
Model 411 Vamos
Year Released 1973 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6556 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 264 HP 46 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 455 Nm 149 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1712 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 3410 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2460 mm


 

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