2004 Acura MDX vs. 1969 Bristol 410
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bristol 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bristol 410 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bristol 410 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1969 Bristol 410. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1969 Bristol 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 370 kg more than 1969 Bristol 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Bristol 410. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1969 Bristol 410 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1969 Bristol 410 | |
| Make | Acura | Bristol |
| Model | MDX | 410 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 81 L |
