1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1958 Bristol 406
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo is newer by 13 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Bristol 406 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo.
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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 1958 Bristol 406 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
| Model | Cuneo | 406 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 68.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 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 | 1048 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2900 mm |
