1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1956 MG MGA
To start off, 1958 Bristol 406 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Bristol 406 (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1956 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1956 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Bristol 406 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1956 MG MGA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Bristol 406 | 1956 MG MGA | |
Make | Bristol | MG |
Model | 406 | MGA |
Year Released | 1958 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2390 mm |