1948 Bristol 400 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 63 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, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 31 kg more than 1948 Bristol 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Honda Civic, 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, 2011 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bristol 400 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | 400 | Civic |
Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1201 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |