1958 Bristol 406 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 85 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 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Bristol 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Bristol | Subaru |
| Model | 406 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2645 mm |
