1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1969 MG MGB
To start off, 1969 MG MGB 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Bristol 406 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1969 MG MGB.
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 1969 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 1969 MG MGB | |
| Make | Bristol | MG |
| Model | 406 | MGB |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 97 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 | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2320 mm |
