1958 Bristol 406 vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1280 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, 2011 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406. 2011 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1958 Bristol 406 has manual transmission. 1958 Bristol 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 406 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2093 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 125 L |
