1958 Bristol 406 vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 47 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 178 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (250 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 406 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
