1979 Bristol 412 vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bristol 412 weights approximately 199 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord.
Because 1979 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 1979 Bristol 412. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1979 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1979 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bristol 412 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | 412 | Accord |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1491 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2799 mm |