1959 Bristol 406 vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 37 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406.
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, 1996 Opel Vectra, 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Bristol 406 | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Bristol | Opel |
| Model | 406 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
