1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1999 Honda NSX
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1999 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1999 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 411 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
