1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 29 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 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406.
Because 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Bristol 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 406 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
