1976 Bristol 603 vs. 1999 Honda Accord

To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 603 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bristol 603 (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 603 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1976 Bristol 603 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 1976 Bristol 603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord, 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, 1976 Bristol 603 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord. 1976 Bristol 603 has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Bristol 603 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Bristol 603 1999 Honda Accord
Make Bristol Honda
Model 603 Accord
Year Released 1976 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5210 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 145 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 333 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1785 kg 1365 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 81 L 60 L


 

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