1958 Bristol 406 vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 53 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 17 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 430 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, 2011 Ford C-Max, 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, 2011 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Bristol 406 | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | 406 | C-Max |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2788 mm |