1958 Bristol 406 vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta 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, 2011 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Bristol 406 weights approximately 91 kg more than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
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 Fiesta, 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, 1958 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Bristol 406 | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | 406 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1169 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1697 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 45 L |