1951 Bristol 401 vs. 1969 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1969 Triumph TR6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Triumph TR6 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Bristol 401 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1969 Triumph TR6.
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, 1969 Triumph TR6 (223 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Bristol 401 | 1969 Triumph TR6 | |
Make | Bristol | Triumph |
Model | 401 | TR6 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 74.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2240 mm |