1948 Bristol 401 vs. 1972 Honda Z
To start off, 1972 Honda Z is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Bristol 401 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Bristol 401 (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Bristol 401 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 401 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1972 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Bristol 401 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 401. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda Z, 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, 1948 Bristol 401 (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1948 Bristol 401 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 401 | 1972 Honda Z | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 401 | Z |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2010 mm |
