1949 Bristol 400 vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 250 kg more than 1949 Bristol 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 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 1949 Bristol 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend, 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, 1988 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 400 | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 400 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
