1958 Bristol 406 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 54 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 35 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.
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, 2012 Mini Cooper, 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Bristol 406 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Bristol | Mini |
Model | 406 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
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 | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 50 L |