1963 Bristol 408 vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Bristol 408 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Bristol 408 weights approximately 795 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Bristol 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1963 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Bristol 408 | 2003 Honda Life | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | 408 | Life |
Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5129 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2370 mm |