2001 Acura RL vs. 1949 Bristol 400
To start off, 2001 Acura RL is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RL weights approximately 505 kg more than 1949 Bristol 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Bristol 400 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 1949 Bristol 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400. 2001 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1949 Bristol 400 has manual transmission. 1949 Bristol 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 1949 Bristol 400 | |
| Make | Acura | Bristol |
| Model | RL | 400 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
