1958 Bristol 406 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 51 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, 2009 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 425 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, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 406 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 16.3:1 |
| 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 | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 65 L |
