1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 35 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 126 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 446 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Honda Civic, 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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 411 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
