1959 Bristol 406 vs. 2000 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2000 Dodge Ram is newer by 41 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 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Ram weights approximately 810 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 2000 Dodge Ram 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, 2000 Dodge Ram 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, 2000 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Bristol 406 | 2000 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 406 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2790 mm |
