1958 Bristol 406 vs. 2011 Proton Satria
To start off, 2011 Proton Satria 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 Proton Satria (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Proton Satria should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Bristol 406 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2011 Proton Satria.
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 Proton Satria, 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Proton Satria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 2011 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Bristol | Proton |
| Model | 406 | Satria |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
