1963 Bristol 408 vs. 2004 Honda Legend
To start off, 2004 Honda Legend is newer by 41 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, 2004 Honda Legend (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1963 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1963 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Legend weights approximately 179 kg more than 1963 Bristol 408. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Bristol 408 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 1963 Bristol 408. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Legend, 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, 1963 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Legend. (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Bristol 408 | 2004 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 408 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
