1954 Bristol 405 vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 245 kg more than 1954 Bristol 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 405. 2008 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1954 Bristol 405 has manual transmission. 1954 Bristol 405 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 405 | 2008 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 405 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
