1958 Bristol 406 vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 55 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 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Bristol 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Bristol | Subaru |
| Model | 406 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
