1954 Bristol 403 vs. 1989 Honda Legend
To start off, 1989 Honda Legend is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 2,674 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Legend weights approximately 170 kg more than 1954 Bristol 403. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Bristol 403 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 1954 Bristol 403. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Legend, 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, 1989 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 403 | 1989 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 403 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2674 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2770 mm |
