2004 Acura TL vs. 1969 Bristol 410
To start off, 2004 Acura TL 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 TL (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1969 Bristol 410. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1969 Bristol 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 410 weights approximately 21 kg more than 2004 Acura TL.
Because 1969 Bristol 410 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 1969 Bristol 410. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL, 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, 1969 Bristol 410 (463 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TL. (324 Nm). This means 1969 Bristol 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 1969 Bristol 410 | |
| Make | Acura | Bristol |
| Model | TL | 410 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 81 L |
