1975 Bristol 411 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 411 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
