1964 AC Cobra vs. 1958 Bristol 406
To start off, 1964 AC Cobra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Bristol 406 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1964 AC Cobra.
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, 1964 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1964 AC Cobra | 1958 Bristol 406 | |
Make | AC | Bristol |
Model | Cobra | 406 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4737 cc | 2216 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 68.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 99.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |