1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1995 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1995 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 37 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 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Isuzu Trooper (157 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 960 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 1995 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Bristol 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Isuzu Trooper will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Isuzu Trooper (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 1995 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Bristol | Isuzu |
| Model | 406 | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2770 mm |
