1959 Bristol 406 vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1992 Opel Frontera is newer by 33 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Frontera (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 554 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 1992 Opel Frontera 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, 1992 Opel Frontera 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, 1992 Opel Frontera (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Bristol 406 | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | 406 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
