1958 Bristol 406 vs. 2007 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 49 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406.
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, 2007 Mercury Milan, 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, 2007 Mercury Milan (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 2007 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercury |
| Model | 406 | Milan |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| 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 Length | 4990 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 66 L |
