1962 Bristol 407 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 44 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 75 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 1 kg more than 1962 Bristol 407.
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, 2006 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, 1962 Bristol 407 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Bristol 407 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | 407 | Civic |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5129 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 50 L |