2005 Acura RL vs. 1965 Bristol 408
To start off, 2005 Acura RL is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RL weights approximately 175 kg more than 1965 Bristol 408. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Bristol 408 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 1965 Bristol 408. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL, 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, 1965 Bristol 408 (464 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RL. (353 Nm). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RL | 1965 Bristol 408 | |
| Make | Acura | Bristol |
| Model | RL | 408 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 81 L |
