1958 Bristol 406 vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 48 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 2,286 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Bristol 406 (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 406 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2286 cc |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
