1958 Bristol 406 vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 48 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, 2006 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 196 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 1958 Bristol 406 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Bristol 406. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Bristol 406 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | 406 | Accord |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 65 L |