1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 39 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Bristol 406 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Bristol | Marcos |
| Model | 406 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1090 mm |
