1959 Bristol 406 vs. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Bristol 406 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Bristol 406 | 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Bristol | Mazda |
Model | 406 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1207 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 50 L |