1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1969 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1969 Ford GT 40 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Bristol 406 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1969 Ford GT 40.
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 (180 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1958 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 1969 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 406 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 72.9 mm |
| 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 | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 125 L |
