2009 BMW M6 vs. 1958 Bristol 406
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 51 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (501 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 525 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, 2009 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406. 2009 BMW M6 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. 2009 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 1958 Bristol 406 | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | M6 | 406 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 501 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 68.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 81 L |
