1959 Bristol 406 vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 43 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, 2002 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 64 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 2002 Honda S-MX 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, 2002 Honda S-MX 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, 2002 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Bristol 406 | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | 406 | S-MX |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |