1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 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 52 more horse power than 2008 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000. 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 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bristol 411 | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | 411 | S2000 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2155 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 289 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |