2009 Acura TL vs. 1962 Bristol 407
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Bristol 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Bristol 407 would be higher. At 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Bristol 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1962 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1962 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Bristol 407 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Acura TL.
Because 2009 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Bristol 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL 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, 1962 Bristol 407 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 1962 Bristol 407 | |
| Make | Acura | Bristol |
| Model | TL | 407 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 81 L |
