1961 Bristol 406 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406.
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 Civic, 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, 1961 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Bristol 406 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | 406 | Civic |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
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 Width | 1720 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |