1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 40 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Bristol 406 weights approximately 142 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
Because 1958 Bristol 406 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Bristol 406. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Bristol 406 | 1998 Ford Focus | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | 406 | Focus |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1118 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 55 L |