1994 Acura Integra vs. 1966 Bristol 409
To start off, 1994 Acura Integra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1994 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1994 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Bristol 409 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1994 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Bristol 409 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 1966 Bristol 409. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Acura Integra, 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, 1966 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1966 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Acura Integra | 1966 Bristol 409 | |
| Make | Acura | Bristol |
| Model | Integra | 409 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 81 L |
