1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V 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 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 356 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 411 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
