1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1976 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 18 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 31 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Bristol 406 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Bristol 406 (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1958 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 406 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2340 mm |
