2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1958 Bristol 406
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 47 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 6,750 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1958 Bristol 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 695 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406. 2005 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1958 Bristol 406 has manual transmission. 1958 Bristol 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 1958 Bristol 406 | |
| Make | Bentley | Bristol |
| Model | Continental | 406 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2216 cc |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 68.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1120 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 80 L |
