1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1999 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1999 Toyota Camry is newer by 41 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, 1999 Toyota Camry (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Camry weights approximately 115 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 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, 1999 Toyota Camry, 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, 1999 Toyota Camry (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 1999 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 406 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
