2009 Acura TL vs. 1979 Bristol 412
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1979 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1979 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 162 kg more than 1979 Bristol 412. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Bristol 412 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 1979 Bristol 412. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL, 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, 1979 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 1979 Bristol 412 | |
| Make | Acura | Bristol |
| Model | TL | 412 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2910 mm |
