1959 Bristol 406 vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 524 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.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Bristol 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Bristol 406 | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Bristol | Toyota |
Model | 406 | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2290 mm |