1959 Bristol 406 vs. 2004 MG ZS
To start off, 2004 MG ZS is newer by 45 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, 2004 MG ZS (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Bristol 406 weights approximately 191 kg more than 2004 MG ZS.
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, 2004 MG ZS, 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG ZS. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1959 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG ZS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Bristol 406 | 2004 MG ZS | |
| Make | Bristol | MG |
| Model | 406 | ZS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
