1958 Bristol 406 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 52 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, 2010 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 53 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, 2010 Honda Civic, 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, 2010 Honda Civic (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Bristol 406 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | 406 | Civic |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 50 L |