1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 350 kg more than 1965 Bristol 409.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Bristol 409. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element 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, 1965 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 409 | Element |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 60 L |
