1976 Bristol 603 vs. 2013 Honda Crosstour
To start off, 2013 Honda Crosstour is newer by 37 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, 2013 Honda Crosstour (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 603. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Crosstour weights approximately 60 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 2013 Honda Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Bristol 603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour 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, 2013 Honda Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 603. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 603.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bristol 603 | 2013 Honda Crosstour | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | 603 | Crosstour |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
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 | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1898 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |