1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega is newer by 36 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 170 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, 1994 Opel Omega (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Bristol 406 | 1994 Opel Omega | |
Make | Bristol | Opel |
Model | 406 | Omega |
Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 75 L |