1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1973 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Charger is newer by 15 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 260 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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (486 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 1973 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
| Model | 406 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 486 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
