1959 Bristol 406 vs. 1985 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1985 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Morgan Plus 4 (120 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Bristol 406 weights approximately 346 kg more than 1985 Morgan Plus 4.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Bristol 406 | 1985 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Bristol | Morgan |
| Model | 406 | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2500 mm |
