1958 Bristol 406 vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz 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 Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Bristol 406 weights approximately 213 kg more than 2009 Honda Jazz.
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 Jazz, 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, 1958 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1958 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Bristol 406 | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | 406 | Jazz |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 42 L |