1959 Bristol 406 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 47 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Bristol 406 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 406 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 84.4 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 Length | 4990 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 84 L |
