1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 38 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 280 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, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 1996 De Tomaso Bigua | |
| Make | Bristol | De Tomaso |
| Model | 406 | Bigua |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
