1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 33 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 133 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 282 kg more than 1973 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 411 | Element |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2580 mm |
