2006 Acura MDX vs. 1969 Bristol 411
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Bristol 411 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Acura MDX. (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 411 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Bristol 411. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 411 (576 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1969 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Acura | Bristol |
| Model | MDX | 411 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 82 L |
