1976 Bristol 412 vs. 1994 Honda Accord
To start off, 1994 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bristol 412 (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (149 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1994 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Bristol 412 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Bristol 412. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Bristol 412 (422 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (198 Nm). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 1994 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 412 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
