1958 Bristol 406 vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 55 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lotus Evora weights approximately 320 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Bristol | Lotus |
| Model | 406 | Evora |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
