2004 AC Aceca vs. 1972 Bristol 411
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1972 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1972 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2004 AC Aceca.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 1972 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | AC | Bristol |
| Model | Aceca | 411 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2910 mm |
