1967 Bristol 409 vs. 2006 Honda Insight
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 1967 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 1967 Bristol 409. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Insight, 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, 1967 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1967 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight. 1967 Bristol 409 has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Insight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Bristol 409 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Bristol 409 | 2006 Honda Insight | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | 409 | Insight |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 40 L |