1958 Bristol 406 vs. 2007 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Toyota Camry 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry, 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 Toyota Camry (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Bristol 406 | 2007 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Bristol | Toyota |
Model | 406 | Camry |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 96 mm |
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 | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 45 L |