1959 Bristol 406 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (112 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 64 kg more than 1959 Bristol 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Bristol 406 | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Bristol | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 406 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 53 L |
