1995 Acura NSX vs. 1972 Bristol 411
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1972 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 213 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 1972 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Acura | Bristol |
| Model | NSX | 411 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2910 mm |
