1959 Bristol 406 vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo 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, 1959 Bristol 406 (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Bristol 406 weights approximately 256 kg more than 2004 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Renault Kangoo, 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Bristol 406 | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | 406 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
