1958 Bristol 406 vs. 2009 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 51 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Bristol 406 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger.
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, 2009 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 406 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |
