2004 Acura RSX vs. 1974 Bristol 411
To start off, 2004 Acura RSX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2004 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 488 kg more than 2004 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura RSX | 1974 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Acura | Bristol |
| Model | RSX | 411 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
