1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1963 Lancia Flavia is newer by 5 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Bristol 406 (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (92 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 68 kg more than 1958 Bristol 406.
Because 1958 Bristol 406 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Bristol 406. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Bristol | Lancia |
| Model | 406 | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
