1959 Bristol 406 vs. 1991 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 348 is newer by 32 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 199 kg more than 1959 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, 1991 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Bristol 406 | 1991 Ferrari 348 | |
Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
Model | 406 | 348 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 95 L |