1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 32 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 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 465 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, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Bristol 406 | 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
Model | 406 | Testarossa |
Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 4943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |