2000 Acura Integra vs. 1978 Bristol 412
To start off, 2000 Acura Integra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bristol 412 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2000 Acura Integra.
Because 1978 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 1978 Bristol 412. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1978 Bristol 412 (366 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (177 Nm). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra. 1978 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 2000 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 2000 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Bristol 412 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 1978 Bristol 412 | |
| Make | Acura | Bristol |
| Model | Integra | 412 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
