1964 Bristol 408 vs. 2009 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1964 Bristol 408. (216 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1964 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Bristol 408 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Because 1964 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 1964 Bristol 408. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey, 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, 1964 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Odyssey. (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1964 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Bristol 408 | 2009 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 408 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 79 L |
