1960 Bristol 406 vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1960 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1960 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 730 kg more than 1960 Bristol 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Bristol 406. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V, 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Bristol 406 | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 406 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 58 L |
