1966 Bristol 409 vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1966 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1966 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 410 kg more than 1966 Bristol 409. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Bristol 409 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 1966 Bristol 409. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1966 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bristol 409 | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 409 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 77 L |
