2007 Acura TL vs. 1973 Bristol 411
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Acura TL. (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2007 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 1973 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Acura | Bristol |
| Model | TL | 411 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 289 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 | 1400 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |
