1959 Bristol 406 vs. 1995 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1995 Subaru Legacy is newer by 36 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, 1995 Subaru Legacy (277 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 84 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 1995 Subaru Legacy 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, 1995 Subaru Legacy 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, 1995 Subaru Legacy (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Bristol 406 | 1995 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Bristol | Subaru |
Model | 406 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 60 L |