2001 Acura NSX vs. 1973 Bristol 411
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (264 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411.
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, 1973 Bristol 411 (455 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1973 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Acura | Bristol |
| Model | NSX | 411 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2900 mm |
