1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2005 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Honda Legend is newer by 32 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, 2005 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 42 kg more than 2005 Honda Legend.
Because 1973 Bristol 411 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Bristol 411. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2005 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 411 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |
