1953 Bristol 403 vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 785 kg more than 1953 Bristol 403. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Bristol 403. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 403. 2008 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1953 Bristol 403 has manual transmission. 1953 Bristol 403 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 403 | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 403 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 326 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 | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 77 L |
