1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 120 kg more than 1958 Bristol 406. 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Bristol 406 | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
Model | 406 | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 58.8 mm |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |