1948 Bristol 401 vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 55 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 401. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 248 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, 2003 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, 2003 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 401 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 209 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 | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 65 L |
