1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1959 Bristol 406
To start off, 1959 Bristol 406 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Bristol 406 weights approximately 266 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900.
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:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1959 Bristol 406 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
| Model | 1900 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |
