1958 Bristol 406 vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster 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 2,901 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406.
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 Porsche Boxster (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | 406 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
