1949 Bristol 402 vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 402. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 402 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 402. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 402. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 785 kg more than 1949 Bristol 402. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Bristol 402. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 402. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 402. 2007 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1949 Bristol 402 has manual transmission. 1949 Bristol 402 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 402 | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 402 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 77 L |
