1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1995 Honda NSX
To start off, 1995 Honda NSX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda NSX weights approximately 377 kg more than 1958 Bristol 406. 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, 1995 Honda NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Bristol 406 | 1995 Honda NSX | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | 406 | NSX |
Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2540 mm |