1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 21 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 325 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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Bristol 406 | 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
Model | 406 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1958 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |