1959 Bristol 406 vs. 2003 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 44 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, 2003 Pontiac Vibe (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Bristol 406 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2003 Pontiac Vibe.
Because 2003 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2003 Pontiac Vibe 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, 1959 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Bristol 406 | 2003 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Bristol | Pontiac |
| Model | 406 | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 45 L |
