1962 Bristol 407 vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 49 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 35 more horse power than 2011 Honda CR-V. (180 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Bristol 407 weights approximately 49 kg more than 2011 Honda CR-V. 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, 2011 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, 1962 Bristol 407 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Bristol 407 | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | 407 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5129 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 58 L |