1946 Bristol 450 vs. 1958 Bristol 406
To start off, 1958 Bristol 406 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Bristol 450 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Bristol 450 should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Bristol 406 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1946 Bristol 450.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Bristol 450 | 1958 Bristol 406 | |
| Make | Bristol | Bristol |
| Model | 450 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 68.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
