1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 38 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, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 88 kg more than 1973 Bristol 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Bristol 411. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bristol 411 | 2011 Acura TL | |
Make | Bristol | Acura |
Model | 411 | TL |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6556 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2776 mm |