2001 Acura NSX vs. 1953 Bristol 404
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 404 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 404. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 404.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 404. (152 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 404. 2001 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1953 Bristol 404 has manual transmission. 1953 Bristol 404 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1953 Bristol 404 | |
| Make | Acura | Bristol |
| Model | NSX | 404 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |
