1948 Bristol 400 vs. 2008 Honda Stream
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Bristol 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 400 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2008 Honda Stream.
Because 1948 Bristol 400 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 1948 Bristol 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream, 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, 2008 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bristol 400 | 2008 Honda Stream | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | 400 | Stream |
Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1114 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |