1953 Bristol 404 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 60 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 404. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 440 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, 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 404. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 404 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 404 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1953 | 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 | 91 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2725 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
