1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 196 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.
Because 1958 Bristol 406 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Bristol 406. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Plymouth Acclaim (295 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Bristol 406 | 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Bristol | Plymouth |
Model | 406 | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |