1969 Bristol 410 vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bristol 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bristol 410 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bristol 410 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Bristol 410 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 410 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 392 kg more than 1969 Bristol 410.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Bristol 410. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1969 Bristol 410 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 410 | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 410 | Element |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4330 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 |
