1979 Bristol 412 vs. 2011 Acura RDX
To start off, 2011 Acura RDX is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1979 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1979 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RDX weights approximately 93 kg more than 1979 Bristol 412. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Bristol 412. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX 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, 1979 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura RDX. (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bristol 412 | 2011 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Bristol | Acura |
| Model | 412 | RDX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2649 mm |
