1961 Bristol 406 vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 237 kg more than 1961 Bristol 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Bristol 406. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord, 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, 2011 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406. 2011 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1961 Bristol 406 has manual transmission. 1961 Bristol 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 406 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |
