1963 Bristol 408 vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 43 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1963 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1963 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Bristol 408 weights approximately 732 kg more than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Bristol 408 | 2006 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 408 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |
