1959 Bristol 406 vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1975 Plymouth Volare is newer by 16 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 199 kg more than 1959 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Bristol 406 | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Bristol | Plymouth |
Model | 406 | Volare |
Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |