1953 Bristol 404 vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2002 Honda Z is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 404 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Bristol 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Bristol 404 (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Bristol 404 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Bristol 404 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Bristol 404. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z 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, 1953 Bristol 404 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Bristol 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 404 | 2002 Honda Z | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 404 | Z |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 35 L |
