1959 Bristol 406 vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 54 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 802 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 2013 Honda Pilot is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Bristol 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot 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, 2013 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Bristol 406. 2013 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1959 Bristol 406 has manual transmission. 1959 Bristol 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Bristol 406 | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 406 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 2068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4861 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
