1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1996 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1996 Dodge Dakota 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 270 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 1996 Dodge Dakota 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, 1996 Dodge Dakota 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, 1996 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 1996 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 406 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |
