1958 Bristol 406 vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Canyon 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, 2010 GMC Canyon (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Bristol | GMC |
| Model | 406 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 72 L |
