1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1992 Opel Calibra is newer by 34 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, 1992 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Bristol 406 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1958 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | 406 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
| 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 | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
