1951 Bristol 400 vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 100 kg more than 1951 Bristol 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Bristol 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Honda Accord (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Bristol 400 | 1998 Honda Accord | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | 400 | Accord |
Year Released | 1951 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |