2000 Acura RL vs. 1967 Bristol 409
To start off, 2000 Acura RL is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura RL weights approximately 75 kg more than 1967 Bristol 409.
Because 1967 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 1967 Bristol 409. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL, 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, 1967 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura RL | 1967 Bristol 409 | |
Make | Acura | Bristol |
Model | RL | 409 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 463 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 98.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 81 L |