1959 Bristol 406 vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 51 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 506 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 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, 2010 SsangYong Actyon, 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, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Bristol 406 | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Bristol | SsangYong |
| Model | 406 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 75 L |
