1976 Bristol 603 vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 603. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 171 kg more than 1976 Bristol 603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Bristol 603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1976 Bristol 603 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 603 | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 603 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3010 mm |
