1959 Bristol 406 vs. 1991 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1991 Toyota Corolla 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Bristol 406 (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Bristol 406 weights approximately 341 kg more than 1991 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Bristol 406 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Bristol 406. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Bristol 406 | 1991 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 406 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |
