2007 Acura RL vs. 1970 Bristol 411
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1970 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Acura RL.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 1970 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Acura | Bristol |
| Model | RL | 411 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2910 mm |
