1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1977 Holden Kingswood is newer by 19 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Bristol | Holden |
| Model | 406 | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
