2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1958 Bristol 406
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 245 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.
Because 1958 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 1958 Bristol 406. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4, 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, 1958 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1958 Bristol 406 | |
| Make | Brilliance | Bristol |
| Model | BS4 | 406 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 2216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 81 L |
