2008 Acura RDX vs. 1973 Bristol 411
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 35 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 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 262 kg more than 2008 Acura RDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Bristol 411. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX 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, 1973 Bristol 411 (455 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 1973 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Acura | Bristol |
| Model | RDX | 411 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1712 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
