1957 Bristol 405 vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Bristol 405 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Bristol 405 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Bristol 405. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life 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, 1957 Bristol 405 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1957 Bristol 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Bristol 405 | 2003 Honda Life | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | 405 | Life |
Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
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 | 100 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |