2000 Acura MDX vs. 1979 Bristol 412
To start off, 2000 Acura MDX is newer by 21 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, 2000 Acura MDX (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1979 Bristol 412.
Because 2000 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Bristol 412. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura MDX 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) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura MDX. (346 Nm). This means 1979 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura MDX | 1979 Bristol 412 | |
| Make | Acura | Bristol |
| Model | MDX | 412 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
