1963 Bristol 408 vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 44 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1963 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1963 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 425 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, 2007 Honda Pilot, 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Bristol 408 | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | 408 | Pilot |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5129 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 77 L |