1959 Bristol 406 vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Bristol 406 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2004 Toyota RAV4.
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 Toyota RAV4, 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Bristol 406 | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Bristol | Toyota |
Model | 406 | RAV4 |
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 | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 61 L |