1959 Bristol 406 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1959 Bristol 406 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Bristol 406 (91 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Bristol 406 weights approximately 296 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Bristol 406 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Bristol | Wartburg |
Model | 406 | 312 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 174 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |