1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1986 Opel Monza
To start off, 1986 Opel Monza is newer by 28 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 16 more horse power than 1986 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Monza weights approximately 200 kg more than 1958 Bristol 406.
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, 1986 Opel Monza (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 1986 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | 406 | Monza |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
