1976 Bristol 603 vs. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 34 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, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 603. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour.
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, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour, 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, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 603. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 603 | 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 603 | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |
