2006 Acura MDX vs. 1975 Bristol 411
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Acura MDX. (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 135 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 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 | 1975 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Acura | Bristol |
| Model | MDX | 411 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
