1974 Bristol 411 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 39 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 106 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (182 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 228 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord. 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 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 411 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2725 mm |
