1959 Bristol 406 vs. 1977 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 18 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Bristol 406 (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Bristol 406 weights approximately 366 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. 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, 1959 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. (96 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Bristol 406 | 1977 Chrysler Avenger | |
| Make | Bristol | Chrysler |
| Model | 406 | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2500 mm |
