1959 Bristol 406 vs. 2007 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 48 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, 2007 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Bristol 406 weights approximately 216 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2007 Hyundai Accent, 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Bristol 406 | 2007 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Bristol | Hyundai |
| Model | 406 | Accent |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 45 L |
