1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1991 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1991 Toyota Camry is newer by 33 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, 1991 Toyota Camry (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Bristol 406 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1991 Toyota Camry.
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, 1991 Toyota Camry, 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, 1958 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Camry. 1991 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1958 Bristol 406 has manual transmission. 1958 Bristol 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 1991 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 406 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 55 L |
