2004 Acura NSX vs. 1970 Bristol 411
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2004 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 1970 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Acura | Bristol |
| Model | NSX | 411 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2910 mm |
