1953 Bristol 404 vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 54 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 404. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 860 kg more than 1953 Bristol 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Bristol 404 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 1953 Bristol 404. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element, 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 404. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 404 | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 404 | Element |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
