1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC is newer by 11 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 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC weights approximately 400 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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | 406 | 365 GTC |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
