2006 Acura MDX vs. 1976 Bristol 412
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Bristol 412. 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, 1976 Bristol 412 (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1976 Bristol 412 | |
| Make | Acura | Bristol |
| Model | MDX | 412 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
