2009 Acura RL vs. 1973 Bristol 411
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 36 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, 2009 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (264 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411.
Because 2009 Acura RL 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, 2009 Acura RL 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 1973 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Acura | Bristol |
| Model | RL | 411 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2900 mm |
