1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1990 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1990 Vauxhall Carlton 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 2,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Bristol 406 | 1990 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Bristol | Vauxhall |
Model | 406 | Carlton |
Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |