1958 Bristol 406 vs. 2005 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Honda Z is newer by 47 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, 1958 Bristol 406 (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Bristol 406 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Z 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, 2005 Honda Z 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, 1958 Bristol 406 (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 2005 Honda Z | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 406 | Z |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
