1958 Bristol 406 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 52 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 491 kg more than 1958 Bristol 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | 406 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 426 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 72 L |
