1959 Bristol 406 vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2000 Honda CR-V is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda CR-V weights approximately 234 kg more than 1959 Bristol 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Bristol 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V 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, 2000 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Bristol 406 | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | 406 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1999 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 | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |