1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 M 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 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 195 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 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Bristol 406 | 1996 Ferrari 512 M | |
Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
Model | 406 | 512 M |
Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 4942 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 422 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |