1962 Bristol 407 vs. 1974 Honda 1300
To start off, 1974 Honda 1300 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Bristol 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Bristol 407 would be higher. At 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Bristol 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Bristol 407 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1974 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Bristol 407 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1974 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Bristol 407 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 1962 Bristol 407. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Honda 1300, 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, 1962 Bristol 407 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Bristol 407 | 1974 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 407 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 35 L |
