1958 Bristol 406 vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Bristol 406 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot 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, 2006 Honda Pilot 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1958 Bristol 406 has manual transmission. 1958 Bristol 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 406 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 77 L |
