2008 Acura TSX vs. 1963 Bristol 408
To start off, 2008 Acura TSX is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Bristol 408 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Bristol 408 weights approximately 311 kg more than 2008 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Bristol 408 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Bristol 408. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 1963 Bristol 408 | |
| Make | Acura | Bristol |
| Model | TSX | 408 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 5129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
