1949 Bristol 402 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 64 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 402. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 402. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 257 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 1949 Bristol 402 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 402. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 402. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 402.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 402 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 402 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2725 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 65 L |
