1958 Bristol 406 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 46 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 230 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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | 406 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |
