1958 Bristol 406 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Bristol 406 (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1150 kg more 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 Volkswagen Transporter, 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 Volkswagen Transporter (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Bristol 406 | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Bristol | Volkswagen |
Model | 406 | Transporter |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |