1959 Bristol 406 vs. 1970 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1970 Datsun 240Z is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Datsun 240Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Datsun 240Z (151 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 240Z should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Bristol 406 weights approximately 198 kg more than 1970 Datsun 240Z.
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, 1970 Datsun 240Z (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Datsun 240Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Bristol 406 | 1970 Datsun 240Z | |
| Make | Bristol | Datsun |
| Model | 406 | 240Z |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2300 mm |
