1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1996 Honda CR-V is newer by 38 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 240 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.
Because 1996 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Bristol 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V 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, 1996 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (174 Nm). This means 1996 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 406 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
