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Bristol 406

Bodywork

type 2+2 FHC
doors 2

Engine information

Bore × stroke 68.70 mm x 99.64 mm 2.7 in x 3.92 in
Cylinders S-6
Displace 2.2 litre 2216 cc (135.229 cu in)
Engine type OHV
Valves 2 valves per cylinder | 12 valves in total
Engine construction
Sump
Compression ratio 8.50:1
Fuel system 3 So carbs
Maximum power
0-50 mph
0-60 mph
0-100 mph
0-100 km/h
80 - 120 km/h
402 m (Quarter mile)
Standing km
Top speed 172 km/h (107 mph)
Fuel consumption
CO2 emissions
Power to weight ratio 76.92 bhp/ton
Specific output
Maximum torque
bmep 992.4 kPa (143.9 psi)
Specific torque 78.97 Nm/litre
Maximum rpm
Code Type 110
Main bearings
Coolant Water
Bore / stroke ratio 0.69
Unitary capacity 369.33 cc/cylinder
Aspiration Normal
Compressor type N/A
Intercooler None
Catalytic converter N

Dimensions and weight

wheelbase 2896 mm
wheelbase 114 in
Length (milimeters) 4978 mm
Length (inches) 196 in
Width (milimeters) 1727 mm
Width (inches) 68 in
Height (milimeters) 1524 mm
Height (inches) 60 in
L:W ratio 1.72
Ground clearance (milimeters) 165 mm
Ground clearance (inches) 6.5 in
Kerb weight (kilograms) 1365 kg
Kerb weight (pounds) 3009 lb
Weight distribuiton
Fuel capacity (litres) 81.8 litre
Fuel capacity (UK Ga) 18 UK Gal
Fuel capacity (US Gal) 21.6 US Gal

Aerodynamics

Drag coefficient
Frontal area
Cx

Chassis

Engine location Front
Engine alignment Longitudinal
Drive RWD
Steering rack & pinion
Turns lock-to-lock 3.000
Turning circle 11.40 m
Tyres 6.00-16
Wheels
Brakes F/R Di/Di
Brake ∅
Braked area
Transmission 4OD
Top gear ratio 0.77
Final drive ratio 4.27

General information

RAC rating 17.6
Number made
Model code
Model family
Insurance classification No information available
Tax band No information available

Manual Download

Download 1958 Bristol 406 PDF Manual
Designer Beutler
Year 1958

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