1948 Bristol 401 vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 41 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 401. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 74 kg more than 1948 Bristol 401. 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, 1989 Honda Accord, 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, 1989 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 401 | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 401 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |
